Job Description
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity awaits a committed Junior Secondary Science teacher to join a welcoming and excellent Catholic school near Footscray, in Melbourne's Inner West, starting Term 1, 2025. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for educators at any stage of their career, from enthusiastic new graduates to seasoned teaching professionals. The position involves teaching Junior Science- years 7-9, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning during these crucial early secondary years.
Join a supportive and collaborative teaching team that values professional growth and shared expertise. The school provides a positive, inclusive environment that prioritises student engagement, academic excellence, and holistic development. Enjoy excellent staff benefits including use of the indoor pool and gym, career path progression and mentoring/coaching programs.
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.
- 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
- Proven experience teaching secondary Science in Australia essential (or student placement)
- Catholic school teaching experience highly regarded
- Graduates are welcome to apply and will be supported
- Ability to provide two education-based references from the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable)
Offering:
- A full-time, position starting Term 1, 2025
- Be part of a supportive Science team focused on collegial planning
- Work with students in years 7-9
- Salary aligned with demonstrated expertise, ranging from $78,000 to $116,000
- Continuing opportunities for professional development and leadership in the near future
The School:
- Around 1500 students from years 7-12 across three campuses
- Warm, inclusive school environment with enthusiastic teaching staff and management adamant with creating excellent practices for students and teachers
- Modern facilities including swimming pool, gym, auditorium, sports grounds and staff spaces
- Excellent teacher benefits including gym use, mentoring and coaching programs and career progression.
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.
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
