Leading Teacher Curriculum, Assessment & Reporting

Schools (Government); Geelong; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Victorian Government school is seeking an Assessment and Reporting Leader to oversee curriculum development and drive effective teaching practices. This role involves leading assessment strategies, providing professional development, and collaborating with staff to enhance student learning outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, communication abilities, and relevant teaching qualifications. The position offers opportunities to make a significant impact on educational standards and student success.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Proven experience in curriculum leadership.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum program development to enhance student outcomes.
• Facilitate professional learning for staff.
• Monitor student engagement and educational performance.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership

Communication

Professional development

Education

Qualified teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching

Job description

Role

As the Assessment and Reporting Leader at Brauer College, this role encompasses a comprehensive array of responsibilities aimed at driving excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes. Reporting directly to the Assistant Principal, the Assessment and Reporting Leader plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape of the college.

1. Curriculum Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of the teaching and learning program in alignment with DET standards and the Victorian Curriculum, ensuring high standards of engagement and achievement for all students.
• Disseminate curriculum policies and materials, facilitating routine evaluations to ensure accessibility and relevance.

2. Assessment and Reporting Oversight

• Lead the evaluation and enhancement of assessment and reporting policies, ensuring compliance with VCAA and DET requirements.
• Provide professional development for staff on assessment and reporting guidelines and tools such as Compass.
• Collaborate with Key Learning Area (KLA) Managers to develop differentiated, challenging, and aligned assessment tasks.

3. Professional Learning Facilitation

• Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) and mentor PLC Leaders and KLA Managers to embed effective teaching and learning practices aligned with the school's strategic priorities.
• Provide professional development opportunities to deepen staff understanding and implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies and assessment practices.

4. Student Learning Support

• Work with the Student Learning Leader to enhance student engagement and monitor educational performance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and support for students and parents / guardians.

5. Leadership and Management

• Play a leadership role within the college, overseeing the Student Learning / PLC Leader program.
• Implement strategic priorities outlined in the school's Strategic and Annual Implementation Plans, fostering inquiry and reflection for continuous improvement.

6. Collaboration and Communication

• Ensure effective communication with staff and community stakeholders.
• Collaborate with KLA leaders to embed changes resulting from PLC findings, including the Brauer College Instructional Model.
• Monitor and support the implementation of the school's reporting cycle and revision programs.

7. Professional Development and Accountability

• Support staff in promoting effective teaching practices and pedagogy, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Utilize student data to inform teaching and learning practices, shaping the future direction of the school and sustaining partnerships and networks.
• Reflect on and continuously enhance practice to improve student outcomes, aligning resources with desired goals.

8. Additional Duties

• Collaborate with the Assistant Principal and other stakeholders on various initiatives and projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with child safe standards and undertake other duties as directed by the Principal.

Responsibilities

In recognition of the importance of leadership and management combined with exemplary teaching practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the leading teachers may include but are not limited to :

• Leading and managing the implementation of whole-school improvement initiatives related to the school strategic plan and school priorities
• Leading and managing the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery;
• Leading and managing the provision of professional development and developing individual and team development plans for teaching staff within the priorities of the school;
• Leading and managing staff performance and development (review of staff);
• Teaching demonstration lessons;
• Leading and managing the development of the school's assessment and reporting policies and practices;
• Leading and managing the implementation of the school operations and policies related to student welfare and discipline;
• Leading the development of curriculum in a major learning area and participating in curriculum development in other areas;
• Responsibility for general discipline matters beyond the management of classroom teachers;
• Contributing to the overall leadership and management of the school;
• Contributing to the development of proposals for school council consideration;
• Developing and managing the school code of conduct.

Who May Apply

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.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD).

Child Safe Standards

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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at.

DE Values

The 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.

Conditions of Employment

• 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.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website.

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must 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 Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.