Job Description
About the Role:
Attention all Junior Secondary PE teachers! Tradewind is excited to collaborate with an F-9 school in Melbourne's West, teaching PE to students in years 7-9, The role begins in early Term 2, offering a full-time ongoing position, with the option for school tours.
Key duties:
- Designing and implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate PE lessons that align with the Victorian Curriculum.
- Providing clear instruction and demonstration of movement skills, sports techniques, and fitness exercises.
- Conducting physical fitness assessments to evaluate students' strength, flexibility, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness levels.
- Ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment by implementing appropriate safety procedures and risk management strategies during physical activities and sports.
- Organizing and maintaining PE equipment, sports gear, and facilities to ensure they are safe, functional, and accessible for students.
- Integrating health education components into PE lessons to promote students' understanding of health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene, mental health, and the benefits of physical activity.
- Assessing students' progress and achievement in PE through various forms of assessment, such as skill demonstrations, performance tasks, fitness tests, and written assignments.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Must have a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching secondary PE
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Commencing this early Term 2, in a full-time, ongoing basis
- Guiding students in grades 7-9 within a supportive teaching team
- Collaborating with accessible and transparent leadership
- Salary commensurate with demonstrated expertise and commitment
The School:
- About 2400 students spanning from Foundation to Year 9
- Classes organized in a straight format with designated learning Specialists, mentors, and coaches
- Abundant opportunities for professional advancement and skill development
- Collaborative team planning and supportive collegial structures
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 Schueren on the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support.
