Job Description
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Science educator to join a close-knit school community in Werribee. This part-time role (0.6 FTE) is available from 2025, focusing on teaching Science to students across Foundation to Year 6 as part of a dynamic Specialist team.
This role offers flexibility, with the possibility of additional days through classroom sharing arrangements. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or a recent graduate, we welcome your application and offer extensive support, including for those with permission-to-teach status.
Join a supportive and collaborative environment dedicated to fostering curiosity and a love for learning through engaging Science education. This is your chance to inspire young minds and be part of a school that values innovation and community.
Key duties:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Maths and Science curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, covering various topics such as algebra, geometry, calculus, biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science.
- Create engaging and differentiated lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, incorporating hands-on experiments, problem-solving activities, and inquiry-based investigations to enhance students' understanding and mastery of mathematical and scientific concepts.
- Design and administer assessments, tests, and experiments to evaluate students' understanding and provide constructive feedback and support to help students improve their academic performance.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the Maths and Science departments and across other subject areas to create interdisciplinary projects, thematic units, and cross-curricular connections.
- Engage in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in Maths and Science education.
Skills & Experience:
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Current VIT registration
- Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree)
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Science at a Primary level and/or general Primary in Australia
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Commencing in a part time- 3 days (0.6) role starting Term 1, 2025
- Working as part of the Specialist team, working with students from years F-6
- Engaging with accessible and transparent leadership
- Contributing to the planning and coordination of the Science curriculum
- Salary commensurate with demonstrated expertise and time commitment
The School:
- Small school of under 600 students from F-6
- Approachable management team and smaller team structures
- Accessible by public transport
- Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities
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
Alternatively, email your interest and resume to
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 or email
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
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 backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
