Classroom Teacher - 2027 Surfside PS, Ocean Grove

Department of Education Victoria; Ocean Grove; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Surfside Primary School (Ocean Grove) invites applications for a Classroom Teacher. The school values high expectations, collaboration and a focus on student wellbeing and literacy/numeracy growth. The successful applicant will contribute to a comprehensive curriculum and evidence-based teaching practices.

The role involves planning, delivering instruction and assessing progress within a MTSS framework, working with families and the school community to support student engagement and achievement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum and ability to teach literacy and numeracy.
• Experience planning high-impact teaching strategies aligned to how students learn.
• Experience monitoring and assessing student learning using data.
• Knowledge of MTSS and how to identify learner needs with tiered supports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality literacy and numeracy teaching to diverse learners.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to students and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan units, assess data and adapt teaching.
• Engage with families and the wider school community to support wellbeing and engagement.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

MTSS knowledge

Data-informed planning

Collaborative planning

Education

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Classroom Teacher - 2027 Surfside PS, Ocean Grove

Department of Education Victoria – Ocean Grove VIC

4d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Surfside Primary School (Ocean Grove) is a medium to large sized school with a projected enrolment of 540 students for 2027. Our school has been in operation since 1993. We are located 2km north/east of the central business district of the seaside resort of Ocean Grove, 28 kilometres from the provincial city of Geelong, on Victoria¿s Bellarine Peninsula.

Our Vision is 'to inspire students to be creative, innovative and emotionally equipped to thrive' while our Mission is to 'cultivate a caring and inclusive environment in which students flourish' and is supported by our Values of 'Respect, Honesty, Teamwork and Achievement¿.

We have a culture of high expectations that is supported through student engagement, a nurturing environment and a strong emphasis on student mental health and wellbeing.

The leadership and staff operate as a collaborative and dynamic community of learners with a shared commitment to improving student outcomes, providing engaging learning opportunities, supporting student wellbeing, and ensuring that teaching reflects best practice.

The level of staff engagement is commendable with leadership supporting and empowering staff to do their job effectively and build a sense of ownership, commitment and pride toward the goals and values of the school.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum in all Learning Areas and Capabilities with a high emphasis placed on developing student knowledge and skills in Literacy and Numeracy through explicit direct instruction.

Staff participate in ongoing Professional Learning Communities to ensure maximum opportunities for all students to 'Believe in Themselves'.

The school operates through teamwork, collaboration, and consultation. Mutual trust and respect between staff, students and parents form a positive learning environment. The relationship between school and home is highly valued and encouraged. We continue to work towards embedding School Wide Positive Behaviours and Learning Agreements across the school are made with the expectations matrix in mind. The school places an emphasis on highly engaging programs for children which is exemplified through the: Developmental Curriculum for years Foundation - 2, the Surfside Kitchen Garden Program for years 3-6, 1-1 BYO iPads for years 5 & 6, and shared iPads in all other year levels.

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated 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.

SC2Demonstrated 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.

SC3Demonstrated 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.

SC4Drawing on your understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and best practice, describe how you would use multiple sources of evidence, including academic, behavioural, social & emotional, attendance and family engagement data, to identify a learner¿s needs, plan and coordinate tiered supports, and monitor their impact.

SC5Demonstrated 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.

SC6Demonstrated 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.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation