Classroom Teacher - Mansfield, United States - Schools (Government)

Description

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 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.

Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.

Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.

Responsibilities

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

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.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: or email on:

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:

DE Values

The Department's employees commit to upholding DE's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DE'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 DE values is available at:

Conditions of Employment

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must 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 Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Location Profile

Mansfield Primary School – Inspire, Challenge, Support, Make a Difference.

Mansfield Primary School is approximately 200kms from Melbourne in North East Victoria. Mansfield is close to the Victorian High Country, Mt Buller, Mt Stirling, and Lake Eildon. Tourism and hospitality are key aspects of the town with cafes and restaurants, natural attractions and events providing interest for visitors and locals. Mansfield is a fantastic place to live and work. The town is small enough to meet people and get to know others in the community but has many sports, arts, music and recreational groups and activities.

The school is located on Apollo Street, close to the centre of town, and surrounded by council facilities including a pool, two ovals, basketball stadium (used for PE classes), skatepark and children's playgrounds. The school is well equipped with a library, visual arts, music, performing arts and STEM classrooms. Our students are engaged in a number of exciting programs including the School to Summit outdoor program which is unique to Mansfield Primary School.

In 2020 we opened a new building funded by the Victorian Government Building Program which provided six additional classrooms, staff work area and a large collaborative space. The current student enrolment is 510 students across 23 classrooms. Many of our students come into Mansfield from surrounding areas. Enrolments have grown in recent years in line with the growth of the town.

Teachers at Mansfield Primary School work collaboratively in teams across the school. They are supported through regular Professional Leaning Community (PLC) inquiry cycles. Our Whole School Improvement Team drives school improvement and the implementation of AIP goals. Learning Specialists work with teachers to embed best practice into teaching and planning. Our Wellbeing Team support students, staff and families. Teachers build strong relationships with their students and families and communication underpins our work. Education Support staff work with students who need further support and ensure all students are included in learning and extra-curricular activities. Staff early in their careers are supported by mentors and shared planning whilst more experienced staff have opportunities to take on areas of responsibility and further their careers.

Students at Mansfield Primary School know what they are learning, and why. They have a voice through both formal and informal channels. Our School Council, Parents and Friends and parent community feel connected to, and invested in, the school. This is a great place to work and learn. The strength of Mansfield Primary School comes from our community: our enthusiastic students, our dedicated staff and our supportive families.