Biology/Chemisty Teacher - Fte (1.0) Ongoing (Melbourne)

Role The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges, range 1 and range 2. The primary focus is planning, preparing and teaching programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning. With experience, teachers are expected to contribute beyond the classroom and may undertake additional duties appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience. Responsibilities 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. 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. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. All school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in accordance with legal obligations including child safe standards. 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; 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; 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; reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching. Qualification Requirements The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. If the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January ****, 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. A person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July **** must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. Location Profile Macleod College celebrates every student and is enriched by the differences individuals bring. We endeavour to ensure that every child feels safe, is heard and experiences success. Our students strive for excellence and thrive in an engaging and supportive learning setting. An environment that focuses on academic achievement and fosters creativity, character and critical thinking. We encourage our students to explore their passions and we promote creativity and diversity. Learning opportunities are designed to allow students to flourish with a sense of belonging and a belief that they can positively impact the world around them. Our broader definition of success ensures academic, social, emotional, sporting and artistic accomplishments are central to College life. All stakeholders are committed to ensuring that the values and tradition the college community holds dear are nurtured every day. We believe education is a shared responsibility, and we value the strong partnerships that we have with our families and community. Together, we empower our students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of the future. 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 programmes provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at . #J-*****-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3re0bk