Job Description
About the Role:
Are you passionate about teaching and making a meaningful impact? Join a vibrant, community-focused school with approximately 1,000 students from Foundation to Year 12 across three campuses.
We're seeking a dedicated English and Psychology teacher to become an integral part of a dynamic and supportive educational community. This full-time, ongoing position begins in Term 1, 2025, offering a fantastic opportunity to inspire and guide students in their learning journey from juniors to seniors.
If you're ready to contribute your expertise and enthusiasm to a school that prioritises student and staff success, we'd love to hear from you!
Key duties:
- Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in English and Psychology, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and VCE study designs.
- Develop and implement teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning needs and promote student engagement.
- Assess, record, and report on student progress in a timely and accurate manner, using formative and summative assessments.
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and review curriculum plans, ensuring alignment with school priorities and educational standards.
- Develop resources, lesson plans, and assessments for both English and Psychology subjects.
- Provide academic support and guidance to students, including study skills, goal setting, and exam preparation.
- Strong expertise in English and Psychology curriculum, including VCE-level teaching.
- Ability to manage classroom behaviour and create a conducive learning environment.
- Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and professional learning sessions and engage with parents and guardians through regular communication and formal reporting.
Skills & Experience:
- Current VIT registration
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching secondary English and Senior Psychology in Australia
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Teach Across Levels: Deliver engaging lessons in English for Years 7-10 and Psychology for Years 10-12, fostering critical thinking and a love of learning.
- Multi-Campus Experience: Collaborate with diverse teams and students across multiple campuses, gaining unique insights and professional growth opportunities.
- Ongoing Support: Access extensive professional development, including coaching, mentoring, and resources tailored to enhance your teaching journey.
- Competitive Salary: Enjoy a remuneration package aligned with your experience, ensuring your expertise is recognized and rewarded.
The School:
- Three large campuses, within Williamstown, Newport and Altona North
- Approachable management team and smaller team structures
- Well respected school within the local community
- 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
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia 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.
