Classroom Teacher - English Masterclasses for High-Ability Students

Centre for Higher Education Studies; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Travel to regional venues covered

Job summary

The Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES) in Victoria is seeking an experienced English teacher to develop and deliver masterclass curricula for Year 7‑8 VHAP students. You will plan full‑day masterclasses, collaborate with CHES and regional partners, and contribute to resources and professional learning for schools delivering CHES masterclasses from 2028.

With hybrid on‑site and outreach delivery across Victoria, you will mentor staff, use student data to inform approaches, and help

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English to middle/high school students.
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess high‑impact English masterclasses.
• Willingness to travel across Victoria to regional venues.

Responsibilities

• Direct teaching of groups and individuals in English.
• Develop, implement and evaluate curriculum for CHES masterclasses.
• Undertake other classroom teaching duties as directed by the Principal.
• Participate in parent/teacher meetings and staff meetings.
• Assist with camps, excursions and non‑teaching supervisory duties.

Skills

Content knowledge

Pedagogical practice

Mentoring

Data-informed teaching

Curriculum design

Team teaching

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education

Registration/endorsement as teacher

Job description

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.

Classroom teacher Range 2

Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state‑wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be 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 1

The 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 and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs.Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

Responsibilities

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.

Location Profile

The Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES) is a vibrant centre‑of‑excellence for high‑ability secondary students from government schools across Victoria. From 2027, CHES will deliver full‑day English and mathematics masterclasses for high‑ability Year 7 and 8 students from Victorian government schools. These will extend learning from the Victorian High‑Ability Program (VHAP), providing intellectual challenge and opportunities to collaborate and connect with high‑ability peers.

This position offers an outstanding English teacher the opportunity to help establish the initiative by developing curriculum and delivering approximately 17 masterclass days throughout the year. Each day will typically involve around 30 students from several schools and will usually be team taught with another CHES teacher. Masterclasses will take place at CHES in South Yarra and at regional locations across Victoria, with approximately eight regional outreach days annually. A team of CHES staff will attend each outreach day, and the school will cover required travel and accommodation.

Working under the guidance of the CHES leadership team and our Masterclass Leader, the teacher will also contribute to resources and professional learning that support schools to deliver their own masterclasses from 2028. CHES will provide induction and ongoing professional learning, with the role expected to transition to secondary VHAP course delivery from 2028.

CHES also offers specialist VCE subjects and Year 10 enrichment electives. Applicants should be able, or willing to learn, to also teach VCE English Language, with the potential to contribute to our Lingo Lab enrichment elective. Expertise in our other VCE subjects would also be welcomed.

Key responsibilities

Develop challenging English masterclass curriculum and resources that extend Year 7 and 8 VHAP learning, aligned with Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0.

Plan and deliver full‑day masterclasses at CHES and regional venues, under the guidance of the CHES leadership team and masterclass leader.

Apply strong English curriculum knowledge and effective teaching approaches for high‑ability students, promoting critical and creative thinking, interpretation, communication and collaboration.

Collaborate with CHES colleagues and the Department of Education to develop resources that schools can use to deliver their own masterclasses.

Contribute to professional learning for High Ability Practice Leaders, modelling effective practice and supporting their capacity to lead English masterclasses from 2028.

Use student learning evidence and feedback to refine the program, and contribute to preparations for CHES delivery of secondary VHAP from 2028.

Participate in the planning and delivery of the wider CHES teaching and learning program (VCE and Enrichment Electives).

About CHES

The Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES) commenced programs in 2023 as a purpose‑built, co‑educational school supporting high‑achieving and high‑ability students to extend their learning.

Students attend CHES part‑time while remaining enrolled at government secondary schools across Victoria. They typically study one or two subjects with us, completing the remainder of their program at their base school. Our hybrid approach enables students to participate on‑site and online, with approximately 20% joining us from rural and regional Victoria.

In 2027, we anticipate enrolling 350 to 400 VCE students and approximately 300 Year 10 Enrichment Elective students.

At CHES, we specialise in six VCE subjects:

English Language, Units 1-4

Algorithmics, Units 3 and 4

Extended Investigation, Units 3 and 4

Specialist Mathematics, Units 1-4

Classical Studies, Units 1-4

Philosophy, Units 1-4

Our Year 10 Enrichment Electives introduce students to these and related fields through approximately one hour of learning each week:

Critical Thinking for Creative Minds

Research Matters

Lingolab: Unveiling the Wonders of Real‑World Language

Introduction to Algorithmics

Mathematical Investigations

Planet Under Pressure: Introduction to Environmental Science

Conflict, Power and Dignity: Introduction to Classical Studies

The capacity to teach one or more of these subjects, or a willingness to learn to teach them, is important.

Through our university partnerships, we also support students across Victoria to undertake around 30 first‑year university courses as accredited Higher Education Studies (HES). These courses are taught and assessed by university academics and tutors.

Students undertaking HES or VCE subjects also have access to enrichment opportunities, including seminars, masterclasses and connections with universities and industry leaders.

Located at 669 Chapel Street, South Yarra, our award‑winning, four‑storey facility includes contemporary classrooms, an auditorium for masterclasses and seminars, university‑standard science laboratories, small‑group tutorial rooms, a professional learning space, comfortable staff workspaces and a rooftop terrace.

These spaces support our hy‑flex approach, enabling teachers to engage students on‑site and online simultaneously. Students across Victoria can participate in live lessons, discussion and collaboration, supported by our learning management system, comprehensive orientation programs, and enrichment opportunities.

Scheduling and flexible working arrangements

Most lessons take place during the regular school day. To maximise access for students from different schools, each VCE subject also includes a weekly 90‑minute live lesson from 4.30 to 6.00 pm. Each Year 10 Enrichment Elective includes a weekly 60‑minute live lesson from 3.45 to 4.45 pm. On days when teachers teach a lesson finishing at 6.00 pm, which is typically two days per week, their working hours are 10.00 am-6.00 pm.

Additional flexible working arrangements, including part‑time work and opportunities to work from home for up to one day per week, are available through discussion and negotiation with the principal.

Location and access

CHES is centrally located in South Yarra, with convenient access to several public transport options. As with many inner‑city vertical schools, there is no on‑site staff parking.

Further information

To discuss the role or arrange a visit, please contact Stewart Milner, Principal:

Phone: [phone] or 03 9063 1170

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.

SC4Demonstrated 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.

SC5Demonstrated 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.