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Department of Education Victoria Gisborne VIC1d ago , from Department of Education & Training VictoriaGisborne Secondary College is a large, standalone, Year 712 College with an enrolment of approximately 1000 students. Our large catchment area covers the Macedon Ranges, northwest of Melbourne. Over 70% of our students travel to school by bus and the College is an important social focal point for students from different towns of the region.Our school has an incredibly strong pathways and transition programme, supporting close to 70 VCE and VCE VM units of study each year. We also have students accessing pathways through Schoolbased Apprenticeships and Traineeships, and numerous VET programmes. A comprehensive Applied Learning programme operates, with excellent outcomes for the students involved.We have also established an excellent reputation in the Performing Arts, a programme supported by our superb Performing Arts Centre.Our community is also comprised of incredibly passionate and talented sports people and we send over 50 sports teams out to compete every year, many of whom reach regional and even state level.The College aims to ensure that individuals feel safe, secure and supported in their learning within a large cohort. We are seen by the community as having a strong focus on student wellbeing and have strong links to local support agencies.Staff work together in Professional Learning Teams dedicated to building teacher capacity and improving student outcomes at all levels.Other key features of the College include:A new instructional Framework developed by the College (LEARN), which includes a strong focus on evidencebased HITS.A Junior SubSchool (year 7 to 9) and a Senior SubSchool (year 10 to 11).In 2026 we will introduce a year 7 extension programme called Aspire.A specific Year 9 Programme designed to lift engagement and develop adultlike responsibilities.A threeyear Senior School Programme that allows all students to accelerate across year levels, and ensures students are better prepared for the challenges of senior school qualifications.An extensive VET programme, including Building & Construction, Furniture Making, Music, and Dance.A strong vocational programme including access to SchoolBased Apprenticeships and the HeadStart programme.A strong careers development and pathways programme.A doublecourt Gymnasium, in joint use with the Macedon Ranges Shire Council, valued at $4m.The 216seat Barcham Theatre housed within the new performing arts complex, refurbished at a cost of $1.3m.In 2025 we opened a brand new administration building and wellbeing centre.In 2026 we will open our brand new trades hub.A 1:1 Bring Your Own Device computer programme that provides for computer connectivity for all students across all year levels.Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing highimpact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programmes on student learning growth.SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.RoleThe classroom teacher classification comprises two salary rangesrange 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programmes to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school programme beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.Classroom Teacher Range 2Will play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and statewide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.Will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and highquality instruction to assist their school in defining quality teacher practice.Expected to have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students.Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity.Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning.Supervise and train one or more student teachers.Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.Classroom Teacher Range 1The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels.Planning, preparation and teaching of programmes to achieve specific student outcomes.Operates under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities.May have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.Participates in the development of school policies and programmes and assists in the implementation of school priorities.Focus on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice.New entrants to the teaching profession receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.ResponsibilitiesDirect teaching of groups of students and individual students.Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum programme within the school.Undertaking other classroom teachingrelated and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal.Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps and excursions.Undertaking other nonteaching supervisory duties.Who May ApplyTeachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for 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 formsculture, 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.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: ValuesThe 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: InformationApplicants wishing to find out more specific information about the role please contact Lauren Anglin, Assistant Principal, through the College email address: ***********@education.vic.gov.au.Conditions of EmploymentAll 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 programmes provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department''s Human Resources website at RequirementsTo be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; andIf the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching programme or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education programme that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership ''Accreditation of initial teacher education programmes in Australia: Standards and Procedures''; andA person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE programme completed by the person).Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools. #J-18808-Ljbffr