At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students with diverse learning needs in a supportive environment.
- Company: South Gippsland Specialist School, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative teaching culture.
- Other info: Join a vibrant community focused on student success and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and passionate about education.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
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.
Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
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.
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.
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.
Demonstrated commitment to special education and an understanding of intellectual disability and the implications for teaching and learning.
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to implementing whole-school practices.
The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
- Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
- Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
- Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
- Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
- Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.
Teachers 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.
The 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.
Victorian 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.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
All 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 pre-employment conditions check.
To 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.
Located within the Leongatha Educational Precinct, the South Gippsland Specialist School provides high-quality education for students aged 5 to 18 years who have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability. Our programs are designed to reduce cognitive load and support the development of executive function and self-regulation.
Multi-Age employer: Government schools
As a Learning Specialist at our school, you will join a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to fostering excellence in teaching and learning. We offer a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on student outcomes. Located in a diverse area, our school values inclusivity and provides a safe environment for both staff and students, ensuring that everyone can thrive.
