Teacher - Performing Arts (Classroom Teacher) - Melbourne, 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 and Training 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.

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 DET's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET'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 DET values is available at

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.

For positions in special settings, a person is not eligible for employment unless they meet the on commencement in the position.

Location Profile

Findon Primary School is a government Foundation to Year 6 school with an enrolment of approximately 315 students. Our school strives to provide the best learning opportunities for all its students in an environment that is safe and respectful. Findon Primary is its students, staff, and community and together, we work to support all the students at Findon Primary to grow, develop and flourish in an engaging and student-centred environment.

At Findon Primary School, our educational philosophy is based on 'developing the whole child'. Our vision is that our students become life-long learners with positive feelings of self-worth and a sense of belonging. As young adults, we aim for our students to be role models of the values they have consolidated at Findon. These values promote our students to become confident, tolerant, resilient and effective team members within the larger global community.

Findon Primary School promotes a school environment that is a welcoming, diverse and safe place for all students, parents, teachers, and staff. We work together to create a school environment that is inclusive of all nationalities and cultures. At Findon, we refer to our school community as a family and we celebrate all that brings our students together.

The following values are pivotal to the life of our school and the school community –

Be Respectful

Be Responsible

Be Honest

Do Your Best

Show Care and Compassion

Findon Primary has a dedicated team of teachers who deliver a high-quality education providing students with solid foundations for their secondary education and are committed to the school's motto of 'Learning for Life'. We incorporate all areas of learning including, English, Maths, STEM, Digital Learning and specialist areas such as Physical Education, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and LOTE – Indonesian. We provide Intervention and Extension programs according to key learning areas and student need such as Literacy Intervention and Numeracy Extension. To support our students with an EAL background we have a dedicated EAL program as well as a Koorie program to support students with an Indigenous background. We have a strong belief in student voice and agency and are proud of our ongoing commitment to promote this through our student leadership group – SRC and school leaders.

Teachers work together in teams with a strong focus on PLC and data Literacy. Our teachers provide a learning environment that has high expectations, develops the full potential of each child, and supports their overall health and wellbeing. Students are actively supported to take responsibility for their learning and behaviour. We assist students to form friendships, seek solutions to problems and understand the importance of good citizenship. A consistent approach through our School Wide Positive Behaviour System framework, enables all students to flourish at their own pace and achieve further.

Findon Primary School has a commitment to building a learning community where all stakeholders are involved in the education of students. We encourage parents to take an active interest in their child's learning and to take advantage of the numerous forums and opportunities that support this. The partnership between home and school is highly valued and underlines the importance parents have in all aspects of their child's education.

The atmosphere of our school is supportive and friendly with students, staff and parents working together to achieve the best learning outcomes for all children in a caring, compassionate and inclusive environment.