Classroom Teacher (Physical Education)

Department of Education Victoria; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria — Geelong VIC is seeking a classroom teacher to design and deliver Movement and Physical Activity programs within the Victorian Curriculum for Years F–6. The role emphasizes monitoring student learning, using data to inform practice, and providing feedback to students and parents.

The successful candidate will foster interpersonal relationships, promote active participation, and contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• SC1 Demonstrated capacity to design and deliver high-quality programs in the Movement and Physical Activity strand of the Victorian Curriculum using evidence-based pedagogical strategies that develop students’ movement skills, concepts and strategies across Years F–6.
• SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning against the Movement and Physical Activity achievement standards. Demonstrated high level of ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student growth in movement and participation to students and parents.
• SC3 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to promote active choices and participation in physical activity, and to support the school’s physical education and sport program.
• SC4 Demonstrated capacity to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment in movement contexts that promotes positive behaviour, fair play, inclusion, and student well-being.

Responsibilities

• 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 and teaching of programs 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 program 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.
• <br/>Classroom teacher Range 2<br/>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.
• A critical component

Skills

Movement & Physical Activity

Data-informed teaching

Interpersonal communication

Inclusive learning environment

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Geelong VIC

4d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Important: Please carefully read ¿Criteria¿ and ¿Other Information¿ for this application

Highton Primary School, located in Geelong, has been a cornerstone of the local community since 1880. We've established a strong reputation for providing a high-quality education that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. The school has been an accredited International Baccalaureate World School since April 2009.

Our vision is, ¿As an International Baccalaureate World School, in a culture promoting respectful relationships, wellbeing and collaboration, we develop caring lifelong learners who strive for their personal best and are empowered to take action.¿ We deliver a challenging curriculum that addresses individual differences with the mission to develop internationally minded students.

The school is committed to developing a community of learners. Our staff are committed to a collaborative culture focused on building practice excellence. With a focus on student growth, the school provides ongoing support to all staff and strive to maintain outstanding professional learning communities.

The school is committed to the challenging and invigorating task of preparing young people for a rapidly changing world. It is the young people who are our focus ¿ aiming for responsible, successful, confident students who are internationally minded and positively impact the future.

The school has facilities to complement the educational programs offered, including 14 classrooms, library, canteen, and a well-maintained playground and oval.¿ The school also accesses the adjoining hall for a variety of purposes.

Highton Primary School is more than just a place of learning; it's a community. We encourage parental involvement and foster a sense of belonging among our students, staff, and families. Our community is encouraged to participate by volunteering in a variety of ways including helping in the classroom, on excursions or serving on the Parent Club and on School Council. The community play a key role in curriculum, environment and resource implementation.

Currently, the school¿s teaching staff has a balance of both experienced and graduate teachers, who play a vital role in school-based and extra-curricular activities, community and social functions and help create a vibrant school at Highton.¿ The staff actively demonstrate their dedication to our students with a strong commitment to their professional learning, to supporting one another and to having positive relationships with all stakeholders in our community.

Specialist Subjects (Art, Performing Arts, PE, STEMs and Language Education) are taught on three days a week which are predominantly on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to design and deliver high-quality programs in the Movement and Physical Activity strand of the Victorian Curriculum using evidence-based pedagogical strategies that develop students¿ movement skills, concepts and strategies across Years F¿6.

SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning against the Movement and Physical Activity achievement standards. Demonstrated high level of ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student growth in movement and participation to students and parents.

SC3 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to promote active choices and participation in physical activity, and to support the school¿s physical education and sport program.

SC4 Demonstrated capacity to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment in movement contexts that promotes positive behaviour, fair play, inclusion, and student well-being.

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 and teaching of programs 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 program 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 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.

A critical component