Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated high level of knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to respond to student learning needs.

SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to plan for and implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated high level of ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated high level of ability to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

Role

Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:

- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.

Responsibilities

The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:

- Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
- Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
- Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
- Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
- Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.

Who May Apply

Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au





Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Please ensure that your application includes:

- A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
- A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
- Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.

Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.

Conditions of Employment

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:

- The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and
- if the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024,



they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; and
- a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE program completed by the person).

Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.

Location Profile

Knox Park Primary School was established in 1971 in the attractive natural bushland setting adjacent to Lakewood Reserve in Knoxfield, a north-eastern suburb of Victoria. The current enrolment is approximately 304 students supported by 43 dedicated staff.

Knox Park Primary School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and community members, in line with the Child Secure Standards. We recognise the vital partnership between school and home in supporting student wellbeing, engagement and learning. Together we share a collective responsibility to ensure that all students feel valued, empowered and able to thrive. Our motto ¿Together we learn and achieve¿, reflects this partnership.

Our programs offer a broad and engaging curriculum, including:

- Differentiated teaching and learning programs, with adjustments that cater for the diversity of all learners.

- Extension opportunities for high ability students across a range of learning areas.

- Comprehensive Arts programs in both visual and performing arts, including music tuition, school choirs, a biennial whole school production and art show.

- Health and Physical Education, encompassing a wide range of experiences such as Interschool Sports, Hoop Time, Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics.

- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning, with dedicated weekly specialist classes, robotics and coding experiences, and 3D printing technologies that inspire innovation and problem-solving.

Mandarin language learning across all year levels, enriched through extension lessons and vibrant Asian cultural celebrations that deepen intercultural understanding.

Our Gold Accreditation in School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) reflects our belief that wellbeing underpins all learning. We place strong emphasis on the development of the whole child through a range of programs and initiatives, including Respectful Relationships, Buddy Programs, Friend `ology, Peer Mediation, Family Life Education, and Student Leadership and Action opportunities. Our school values are promoted through a token reward system that encourages the following positive behaviours:

- Be Respectful

- Be Responsible

- Be Safe

- Be a Learner

Students are actively engaged with the wider community through cultural, artistic, environmental, and sporting activities. They perform at community events, participate in local projects such as the Friends of Lakewood environmental initiative, and embrace global education perspectives.

Learning is enriched through camps, excursions and incursions, with students participating in increasingly independent programs as they progress through their schooling. Other opportunities include visits from artists and performers, sports clinics, STEM incursions, and 5/6 Electives classes.

We offer a comprehensive transition program for both preschool children entering Foundation and Year 6 students moving to secondary school.

Our facilities include well-maintained classrooms, a Library, Visual Arts room, Performing Arts room, and a General Purpose room with kitchen facilities and toilets. The landscaped gardens, multiple playgrounds, and natural bush setting provide students with inviting spaces to play, explore and learn.

Parental involvement is highly valued at Knox Park. We are fortunate to have an active Parents Association and a dedicated School Council who contribute to the life and direction of our school.

📌 Classroom Teacher Range 2 (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne