Learning Readiness Teacher

Department of Education Victoria; Geelong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Bay P-12 College in Geelong is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver engaging learning across our multi-campus model. The role focuses on applying rigorous curriculum, supporting diverse learners and implementing high-impact teaching strategies.

You will use data to inform planning, monitor progress, and provide timely feedback to students and families. Collaboration with campus teams, Allied Health and welfare supports is emphasised to promote wellbeing and achievement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the relevant curriculum and ability to teach literacy and numeracy.
• Experience in planning high impact teaching strategies.
• Ability to monitor and assess student learning using data.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to professional learning and reflective practice.
• Capable of collaborating with staff, students and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-impact teaching strategies across year levels.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on data.
• Collaborate with campus teams and the College Inclusive Practices Leader.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives and data-informed planning.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy & numeracy

Data-informed practice

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Geelong VIC

Northern Bay P-12 College is a unique multi-campus school in the northern suburbs of Geelong. It comprises four Prep-Year 8 campuses and a Year 9-12 campus, alongside the Family and Early Learning Centre and the Geelong Industry Trade Training Centre (GITTC) at Goldsworthy.

The College operates through three sub-schools, enhancing our `One School - One Team' ethos and rigorous focus on student learning underpinned by a proactive wellbeing framework. Staff collaborate in Professional Learning Communities (Prep - Year 2, Year 3 - 6, Years 7-9, and Year 10 - 12), meeting regularly in campus and college-wide groups to implement data-informed strategies that drive improved outcomes.

A strong Inclusive Practices Team supports the College, comprising specialist teachers and education support staff, including a College Inclusive Practices Leader, Inclusion Support Coordinators, Learning Adjustment Coaches, Mental Health Wellbeing Leaders (Years P¿6) and an Inclusion Administration Assistant. This team works closely with the College Nurse, Wellbeing Team, mentor teachers, CALD staff, Allied Health practitioners and DET Student Support Services. The College maintains high accountability to ensure Individual Education Plans are implemented with fidelity and seeks staff committed to applying and supporting learning adjustments in classrooms.

We proudly embrace our diversity, with a large First Nations population and a strong cohort of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) students. Programs include structured EAL provision and implementation of the Marrung Strategy.

Our vision is to instill community commitment, confidence and high expectations in lifelong learning by:

Delivering curriculum, pedagogy and teacher professionalism that achieve above-expected outcomes.

Developing employable young people with resilience, optimism, self-respect and a commitment to personal best.

Motivating and challenging students to fulfil their potential.

Creating purposeful and diverse pathways.

Building strong partnerships with schools, community organisations and business.

Our Values

Growth We celebrate improvements in skills, engagement, outcomes and participation.

Collaboration We work positively together to increase our collective impact.

Persistence We pursue goals and outcomes despite challenges, seeking solutions for ongoing improvement.

Kindness We model respect, inclusion and care across our community.

In Summary

We strive for a college where learning is visible and students feel safe, respected, believed in, listened to, and taught by knowledgeable, capable and enthusiastic teachers.

Selection Criteria

SC1 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.

SC2 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.

SC3 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.

SC4 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.

SC5 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.

SC6 - Local Criterion: Northern Bay College is committed to supporting students with complex learning, regulation and behavioural needs to successfully engage in learning. We seek a candidate with demonstrated capacity to assess student needs,