Job Description
About the role:
Are you passionate about teaching Psychology? An exciting opportunity awaits at a well-respected Islamic school in Truganina for a Year 10-12 Psychology teacher, starting in Term 2, 2025.
Join a vibrant learning community of approximately 2,500 students (P-12) in a professional and supportive environment with excellent student behaviour.
Whether you're a graduate or an experienced educator, you'll find a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere where teachers of all faiths are encouraged to apply. This is your chance to inspire the next generation of psychology students in a school that values academic excellence and student success!
Key duties:
- Create and deliver engaging, evidence-based Psychology lessons that align with the VCE Psychology Study Design, catering to students in Senior Years.
- Teach topics like research methods, brain function, mental health, and human development, ensuring students grasp key psychological theories and applications.
- Guide students in applying psychological theories to real-life scenarios and conducting small-scale psychological research.
- Design assessments, including tests, assignments, and School-Assessed Coursework (SACs), that align with the VCAA standards.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with the latest psychological research and teaching practices.
- Work with colleagues to develop shared resources, refine teaching practices, and ensure consistency in curriculum delivery.
- Foster a classroom that promotes curiosity, respect, and inclusivity, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Use innovative strategies to sustain student interest in complex psychological topics.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Hold relevant qualifications in Education (4 year bachelor Degree containing minimum 1 year teaching qualifications)
- Current VIT registration required
- Willingness to support the school's ethos and Islamic faith values
- Proven experience teaching Senior Psychology in an Australian school setting
- Ability to provide two education-based references from the last 5 years, including at least one from upper management
Offering:
- Teach year 10-12 Psychology
- Join a dynamic and growing school community, welcoming applicants of all faiths
- Start from Term 2, 2025
- Enjoy a positive and inclusive staff and student culture
- Competitive salary, ranging from $80,000 to $120,000 + Super- based on experience
The School:
- Well respected Islamic school in the local community servicing students from years F-12
- Supportive management with smaller team structures for effective collaboration
- Collaborative planning framework with continuous professional development opportunities
- All female teachers must wear the Hijab, as part of the school's traditional dress code
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-caliber 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 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.
