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Wodonga Middle Years College is a supportive teaching and learning environment where student needs and backgrounds are reflected in the learning and design of the school. The clear strategic intention is to maximize opportunities for all students by developing their talents and challenging them to have high aspirations so they achieve their potential and become logical, self aware, collaborative and inquisitive. Importantly, Wodonga Middle Years College seeks to develop skills and competencies so students are well prepared for future study in the next stage of their education.Wodonga Middle Years College caters for 1,000 students in Years 7 to 9 on three campuses.The development of one Middle Years College with two campuses provides the flexibility associated with larger schools while still maintaining opportunities for the development of strong relationships and knowledge of student needs that is enhanced in smaller schools. The College also provides unique opportunities for teachers to develop extensive teaching expertise in this important stage of schooling - the middle years.The College has created opportunities for teachers who wish to accept the exciting challenge of teaching in a uniquely authentic middle school program. The College has high expectations of its students and the staff understand the importance of engaging their learners.Our Mission - To be a student focused learning community from which our graduates will:Be confident, capable and self-motivated.Be comfortable living in a world of diverse people, cultures, and beliefs.Be able to establish and maintain effective relationships.Be tolerant and act with empathy.Be respectful of self and others.Make meaningful contributions to society the local and global community.Demonstrates intellectual tenacity and persistence in problem solvingBe skilled analytic, critical, aesthetic and creative thinkers as the situation demands.Respond positively and appropriately to change and challenges.Set high expectations for themselves and act to meet those expectations.Flourish in a digital world and be a skilled user of evolving technologies.Be aware of post school options and successfully access them.In the Middle Years College:Teachers specialise in meeting needs and improving outcomes for middle years students.Teachers generally work in a house across year levels.There are improved leadership options for Year 9 students.The Middle Years campuses have the scope to develop a variety of programs emphasising:TLI (Targeted Literacy Intervention)AAP (Academic Advancement Program)Civics and CitizenshipExcellence in The Arts and TechnologiesThere is a concentrated focus on transition with stronger links and cooperation with neighbourhood feeder primary schools and the Wodonga Senior Secondary College.Common report writing, timetabling, roll marking and student management software is used at each campus.There are expanded curriculum offerings for middle years including:Strong academic studies in all areas of the VictorianCurriculum including classroom and instrumental music.The two campuses offer language IndonesianMiddle Years programs are not restricted by timetable constraints of senior campus requirements.Authentic purpose - student outcomes will include the completion or production of tasks relevant to the young people demonstrated through presentations, performance, creation and event management.Celebrate and share the opportunities that exist with the work of the Flying Fruit Fly Circus School.There are strong partnerships with the wider community including tertiary institutions, community agencies, and businesses.Wodonga Middle Years College has three campuses: Felltimber, Huon and the Flying Fruit Fly Circus School.Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated high level of communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, eg students, college staff, parents and the wider community in an appropriate and supportive manner.SC2 Proven ability to work as part of a team, including the ability to provide leadership and training to support staff in the trainee role.SC3 Ability to independently organise work, show initiative, prioritise a number of tasks at any one time and meet deadlines within the role.SC4 Proven competency in a variety of sport and outdoor education activities.SC5 Demonstrated ability in the use of office systems, following processes and being committed to professional learning and growth.SC6 Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the structure and programs offered at Wodonga Middle Years College, ensuring to promote a safe school environmentRoleTo assist the POR Sport Coordinator to promote student and staff involvement in all sporting activities and in the development of participation and success. To assist in the training of the Sport and Recreation trainee if required.Assist Sport and Physical Education staff with classes and groups within classes, and activity afternoonsAssist in coaching and supervision of sporting teamsAssist the POR Sport with administration of School SportAssist classroom teachers with learning support for students with learning difficultiesAttend camps and excursions in capacity as School Council approved staff memberAssist with administration tasks in conducting the school sporting programAssist with transition of students across the collegeMaintaining sporting and outdoor education equipmentKeeping Sport storeroom organised and stockedAssisting with bookings (transport and venue)Working and communicating effectively in the Physical Education teamAssist in developing and training the 2025 Sport & Recreation Trainee, if requiredResponsibilitiesCommunication:Under the guidance of the Sport Co-ordinator, assist with:EmailsNewslettersSport NoticeboardsWebpageSchool CalendarD2L student bulletinGeneral:Under the guidance of the Sport Co-ordinator, assist with:Coaching sporting teamsRecording sporting dates on the school calendarTeam / individual nominations and coordination for Division, District and State Level entriesEnsuring the oval, courts etc are set up for matchesGym booking sheet for trainingLaundering of all sporting clothingManage sports storerooms and equipmentSporting photos, including competition and teamStocktake of materials and equipmentReceiving deliveries, pass all invoices and delivery dockets on to Sports CoordinatorChecking sport specific first aid kits including sunscreenProviding equipment for year level students to borrow during lunch and snack breaksCarnivals:Under the guidance of the Sport Co-ordinator, assist with:Running of carnivals on the dayEquipment required for carnivalsPresentationsSelecting and organising Division and District sporting teamsExcursions:Under the guidance of the Sport Co-ordinator, assist with:Entering attendance on SIMsAccompanying staff and students, Sport, Year Level and campsDistribution and collection of permission notes etcAccommodation and busesEquipment and uniformsFollow up / pack up / newsletter reports after excursionsClasses:Under the guidance of the Sport Co-ordinator, assist with:Health and PE classesLiteracy Intervention classesActivity afternoonsTraining Requirements:Level 2 Workplace First Aid (HLTAID011)Anaphylaxis trainingVarious computer software applications, including Sportstrak, SIMS, D2LWho May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.Diversity and InclusionThe department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected] seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a casebycase basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department''s exemplar available at:The department''s employees commit to upholding the department''s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department''s Values complement each school''s own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:WMYC does not bind itself to make any appointment whatsoever from applications received.Applications must include the following:* a covering letter;* brief statement must address each of the selection criteria;* your resume/CV detailing employment history;* names and contact numbers of two professional referees (include current employer/supervisor) who can provide comment on the selection criteriaAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory preemployment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department''s Human Resources website at #J-18808-Ljbffr