Department of Education Victoria – Melbourne VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Essendon Keilor College is a two-campus secondary school located in Melbourne's north-west, providing high-quality education for students in Years 7 to 12. Our campuses are situated in established residential communities with excellent access to public transport, local sporting facilities, community services and the Melbourne CBD.

At Essendon Keilor College, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. Our vision is to inspire students to become confident, resilient and successful learners who are equipped with the knowledge, skills and dispositions to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our curriculum is broad, challenging and responsive to the needs and aspirations of our students. We provide diverse learning opportunities that foster academic excellence while promoting creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and wellbeing. Students are encouraged to actively participate in a wide range of co-curricular opportunities, including leadership, sport, the performing arts and community engagement.

We value positive relationships between students, staff, families and the wider community. Through high expectations, strong student support and a culture of respect and belonging, we empower every student to reach their full social, emotional and educational potential.

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated 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.

SC2Demonstrated 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.

SC3Demonstrated 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.

SC4Demonstrated 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.

SC5Demonstrated 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 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 qualified learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use stud

📌 VCE English Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne