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Secondary Maths/Science Teacher

Job Title: Secondary Maths/Science Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Tarneit, Victoria, Australia
Industry: Education
Salary: AU$76000 - AU$116000 per annum
Start Date: 28/1/25
Reference: TRD-2024-1471_1732154633
Contact Name: Tahlia de Van der Schueren
Contact Email: Tahlia.Schueren@twrecruitment.com.au
Job Published: Nov 21, 2024

Job Description

About the Role:
Looking for a fresh start in 2025?! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Secondary Maths/Science teacher to join a dynamic F-9 school in Tarneit, Melbourne's Western suburbs, starting in 2025. This role offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time (0.8) employment in an ongoing capacity, where you will teach students in Years 7-9 as part of a supportive and collaborative team. The school, home to approximately 1000 students from Foundation to Year 9, provides a welcoming and progressive environment, making it an ideal place to make a lasting impact. School tours are available for interested candidates.

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:

  • Current up-to-date VIT registration
  • Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
  • Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Maths/Science in Australia
  • Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).

Offering:

  • Teaching students in years 7-9 in a collegial planning team
  • Commencement from Term 1, 2025
  • Open to full-time or part-time
  • Consistent whole school wide behaviour and well-being initiatives
  • Receiving a salary commensurate with your demonstrated expertise, within the range of $75,000 to $115,000

The School:

  • F-9 school with around 1000 students
  • Approachable management team and smaller team structures
  • Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities
  • Strong focus on student and teacher well-being

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 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.