Job Description
About the Role:
Tradewind is proud to partner with an excellent Independent Catholic Girls' School located in Melbourne's West. We are seeking an experienced Science teacher for an exciting full-time position commencing in Term 1, 2025. This role not only involves teaching Science to students in Years 7-10, with a focus on both general and environmental science electives, but also includes a leadership opportunity (POL2) to oversee the Learning and Instructional model of the Science faculty. This is an excellent chance for professional growth and stepping into future leadership pathways. Join a collaborative school environment that prioritizes professionalism, community spirit, and staff well-being.
Key duties:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive science curriculum aligned with educational standards and guidelines, covering various disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and environmental science under the Victorian Curriculum.
- Guide and monitor the science faculty, ensuring that lessons are conducted in alignment with the school's teaching and learning instructional model.
- Create engaging and differentiated lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, incorporating hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and inquiry-based activities.
- Manage laboratory facilities and equipment, ensuring a safe and organized environment for conducting experiments and investigations. Teach students proper laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and ethical practices in scientific research.
- Design and administer assessments, tests, and experiments to evaluate students' understanding and mastery of scientific concepts and skills
- Engage in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in science education, teaching methodologies, curriculum developments, and technology integration. Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences relevant to science teaching.
Skills & Experience:
- Must hold unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Current VIT registration is essential
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Science in Australia- Catholic school experience advantageous
- Demonstrate experience in leadership within a school setting
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Join an excellent Independent Catholic school for 2025
- 1 year contract
- Commencement from Term 1 in a full time role
- A Position of Leadership (POL2) for one year with additional payment and time release
- 10-minute walk from public transport
- Excellent school culture and professional work environment
The School:
- 7-12 Independent Girls school with around 850 students
- Well respected and inclusive school within the local community
- Approachable management team and smaller team structures
- Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities for all staff
Why work with Tradewind?
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 of providing high calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping to pursue a rewarding career. 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 the Tahlia Schueren at the 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 background and people with disability and lived experience to apply
