Job Description
About the Role:
Calling all Secondary Drama teachers looking for exciting opportunities in 2025! Tradewind is excited to partner with a leading F-9 International Baccalaureate school in Point Cook, located in Melbourne's West, to offer a full-time, ongoing Drama teaching role starting in Term 1, 2025. You'll have the opportunity to teach Drama to students in Years 7-9, contributing to the school's commitment to providing high-quality, student-centred education. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, supportive school community, this role offers abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. Don't miss this chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant educational setting!
Key duties:
- Develop and implement engaging and comprehensive drama curricula aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) guidelines.
- Design lesson plans that cover various aspects of drama, including acting, directing, stagecraft, and theory.
- Develop and administer assessments to evaluate students' performance, understanding, and progress in drama and provide constructive feedback and grades in accordance with school policies and VCAA
- Help students develop their acting, directing, scriptwriting, and stagecraft skills, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students.
- Organise and oversee drama clubs, school productions, and other extracurricular activities related to drama.
- Plan and execute school events such as drama performances, showcases, and open days, coordinating with technical staff and other departments to ensure event successes
Skills & Experience:
- Must hold unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Current VIT registration is essential
- Proven experience teaching secondary Drama in Australia within a Secondary school setting
- Ability to provide two education-based references from the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable)
Offering:
- Full-time, ongoing role commencing in Term 1, 2025, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive leadership team.
- Teach Year 7-9 students within a dynamic and collaborative Arts department.
- Work alongside an approachable leadership team that values open communication and provides clear guidance.
- Enjoy well-equipped facilities designed to enhance both teaching and learning.
- Competitive salary package reflecting your expertise, experience, and commitment to the role.
The School:
- Educating approximately 1,500 students from Foundation to Year 9, creating a rich and dynamic learning environment.
- State-of-the-art facilities that enhance both teaching and student engagement.
- Strong leadership with small, efficient teams that foster collaboration and effective classroom support.
- Comprehensive professional development opportunities to support continuous staff growth and learning.
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 Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091
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.
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.
