Job Description
A remarkable opportunity awaits an experienced English/Literature Teacher to join a terrific Catholic Secondary school in Altona North. This full-time role, commencing in mid-April (Term 2) and extending until the end of the year, presents the potential for ongoing employment. Duties include instructing students in English from years 8-10 and teaching VCE Literature. With exceptional leadership and excellent facilities, this renowned institution cultivates a culture of excellence. It's an outstanding chance for a passionate educator to make a significant impact.
Key Duties
- Design and develop lesson plans, assignments, and assessments aligned with the English curriculum, including VCE Literature requirements. This involves selecting appropriate texts, creating engaging learning activities, and ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Deliver effective and engaging instruction to students in English language and literature. This may include teaching literary analysis, writing skills, grammar, vocabulary, and critical thinking.
- Teach students how to critically analyse literary texts, including novels, poems, plays, and non-fiction. This involves helping students understand literary devices, themes, characters, plot structures, and historical contexts.
- Provide instruction and feedback on writing skills, including essay writing, creative writing, and analytical writing.
- Assist students in preparing for VCE Literature exams, including the development of exam strategies, practice exams, and review sessions.
- Establish and maintaining a positive and productive learning environment, including managing student behaviour, promoting respect and collaboration, and addressing disciplinary issues as needed.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay informed about best practices in English education, curriculum updates, and educational research.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Hold a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
- Experience in English/Literature (VCE)
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years Highly developed interpersonal skills
- An understanding and appreciation of Catholic teachings, values, and traditions are essential for teaching within the Catholic system, or a preparedness to be working within this system
The School
- Approximately 2400 students ranging from year 7-12 Spread over two campuses
- Terrific facilities and approachable leadership
- Ample protected planning time for teachers
- Training and professional development provided to all teachers/staff
Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation of providing high calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping to pursue a rewarding career. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.
How to apply:
To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Tahlia Schueren at the Permanent Team on 03 9110 0091.
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We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
