Department of Education Victoria – Coburg VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

William Ruthven Secondary College, established in 2010, serves the communities of Reservoir, Coburg, Thomastown and Campbellfield. Our school community is strongly committed to our values - Respect, Excellence, Acceptance and Leadership @ WRSC - which reflect our focus on academic achievement and lifelong learning. The college¿s ethos and infrastructure are designed to ensure every student is known as an individual, enabling us to maximise both learning and social success.

Our curriculum is innovative and structured to ensure literacy, numeracy and curiosity are central to learning in Years 7¿10, providing a strong foundation for success in both VCE and the Vocational Major. Four days each week include a dedicated 35 minute literacy session that incorporates research-based strategies aimed at improving literacy outcomes for all students.

The Year 7¿8 STEAM program develops the research, problem-solving and collaborative skills students need for success in Years 9¿12, whether pursuing VCE or the Vocational Major pathway. Teachers work within Skilled Learning Communities (PLCs) to analyse multiple sources of data and use this evidence to inform differentiated teaching and learning for every student.

Staff are supported through coaching, mentoring, peer observation and reflective practice. Each Tuesday, staff participate in curriculum-focused meetings, while Wednesdays are dedicated to Professional Learning and Engagement. These structures allow staff to deepen their understanding of our learning framework and the William Ruthven Secondary College Explicit Instructional Model,



ensuring we continue to meet the diverse learning needs of our students.

The college also maintains strong partnerships with La Trobe University, RMIT University and the Outer Northern Trade Training Centre (ONTTC). These partnerships help ensure our students are supported to pursue their chosen pathways whether that be university, further education, apprenticeships or employment after Year 12 preparing them for successful futures.

Selection Criteria

- SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.
- SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
- SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
- SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining 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 experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes.The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 2

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 te

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