Job Description
About the Role:
A fantastic opportunity awaits a dedicated Italian LOTE teacher to join a Catholic school in St Albans, located in Melbourne's West, with an immediate start and continuation into 2025. This full-time role involves teaching Italian to students in Years 7-10 within a growing school community, which values collaboration and active learning. The school also welcomes teachers with additional methods alongside LOTE. Despite the increasing student population, the school maintains a close-knit, supportive environment. Conveniently situated near public transport, this position is ideal for a teacher passionate about making a meaningful impact. Don't miss the chance to be part of this vibrant educational community!
Key duties:
- Develop age-appropriate and engaging curriculum plans that align the Victorian Curriculum for Italian LOTE.
- Deliver effective and interactive Italian language instruction, focusing on vocabulary, pronunciation, and language structures.
- Introduce aspects of Italian culture into lessons through age-appropriate activities, stories, and projects to foster cultural awareness.
- Design assessments to evaluate their language acquisition and provide constructive feedback to students
- Collaborate with other teachers and departments to integrate Italian language and culture into broader educational themes and projects.
- Stay informed about developments in language education, attend workshops, and engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and methodologies.
Skills & Experience:
- Current VIT registration
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Italian LOTE
- Previous experience teaching within the Catholic System advantageous
- Graduates welcome to apply
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Full-time position commencing immediately, extending into 2025.
- Teaching Italian LOTE to students in Years 7-10.
- Collaborating with an approachable and transparent leadership team.
- Actively participating in the planning and coordination of the Language faculty.
- Competitive salary based on expertise and commitment.
The School:
- Approximately 500 students across Years 7-10.
- Strong academic performance.
- Diverse and multicultural student and staff body.
- Approachable management with smaller team structures for better planning and support.
- Extensive opportunities for professional development.
Why work with Tradewind?
The Benefits:
- Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
- Relevant and real information about roles
- No joining fees/other fees
- Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
- Interview tips and preparation provided
- Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis
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 for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. 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 Tahlia on the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091
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