Job Description
About the Role:
Are you a passionate STEM/Digital technology educator ready to make a difference in a Primary School setting? Tradewind is thrilled to partner with a vibrant Christian School in Taylor's Hill, offering an exciting part-time STEM/Digi Tech teaching opportunity.
This role involves teaching students from Years 4-6 as part of a dedicated specialist/STEM team. Enjoy 2 days of teaching per week (Wednesday and Friday), in a contract position. This is your chance to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for STEM and Digital Technology in young learners in a proudly Christian school environment.
Join a supportive school community that values innovation and teamwork while providing a nurturing environment for both students and staff. Don't miss this chance to shape the future of STEM education
Key duties:
- Design and develop engaging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and Digital technology lesson plans and teaching materials aligned with the Victorian curriculum standards and objectives.
- Deliver high-quality instruction in STEM/Digi Tech subjects to primary students, utilising innovative teaching methods and hands-on activities to foster student engagement and understanding.
- Incorporate technology tools and resources into STEM lessons to enhance learning experiences and develop students' digital literacy skills.
- Implement project-based learning activities that encourage students to explore real-world STEM concepts, solve problems, and collaborate with their peers.
- Organize and supervise hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and STEM-related activities to promote inquiry-based learning and critical thinking skills.
- Collaborate with other teachers, STEM coordinators, and school administrators to integrate STEM concepts across the curriculum and promote interdisciplinary learning experiences.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Must have a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Primary in Australia- Primary STEM/Digi Tech welcomed
- Experience working with a Catholic/Christian school advantageous
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Start Term 1, 2025 working with students in upper Primary
- Part time- 2 days per week- Wednesday and Friday, working with students in years 4-6.
- Work within a small Primary STEM/Digi Tech team
- A proudly Christian school where faith and values are seamlessly woven into every aspect of learning
- Salary reflecting demonstrated expertise and dedication ($31k-$46k)
The School:
- Experience teaching across two spacious, vibrant campuses designed for students from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Dynamic leadership team fostering supportive, close-knit teaching communities and collaborative decision-making
- A school culture deeply rooted in Christian values, creating a nurturing and faith-centred learning environment
- Highly regarded reputation for excellence and strong community connections
- Emphasis on shared planning, enriched by comprehensive professional development to inspire growth and innovation in teaching
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-caliber 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 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.
