Learning Specialist - Pedagogy

Government schools; Torquay; Presencial; AUD 110 000 - 140 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Torquay College is seeking Learning Specialists who will spend the majority of their time in the classroom while delivering high-quality teaching and learning. You will mentor and coach teachers, observe demonstrations, and lead school-based professional learning to raise achievement, engagement and wellbeing.

The role requires deep knowledge of high-quality teaching, data-informed practice, and the ability to model excellence within the Teaching Service.

Qualificações

• SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum and ability to model exemplary teaching practices across the curriculum.
• SC2 Demonstrated expertise in high impact teaching strategies and ability to help teachers assess impact on student learning growth.
• SC3 Demonstrated ability to monitor and assess student learning and provide data-informed feedback to students and parents.
• SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and ability to engage with students, colleagues, parents and the community.
• SC5 Demonstrated ability to model department values and support school-based professional learning.
• SC6 Demonstrated ability to enhance school to home relationships and community connectedness.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice.
• Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons.
• Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice.
• Leading and modelling the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery.
• Playing a key role in the provision of professional learning, including observation and feedback processes and peer collaboration.
• Modelling effective learning practice and supporting teachers to seek, analyse and act on feedback and on their practice.
• Providing evidence-based feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development.
• Providing expert advice about context, processes and strategies that shape professional learning.
• Supervising and training student teachers and mentoring/coaching teachers.
• Modelling exemplary use of student data to inform teaching approaches.
• Developing school-wide professional learning structures, processes and protocols through PLCs.
• Seeking feedback from teachers/leaders to improve practice.

Conhecimentos

Curriculum knowledge

High impact teaching

Assessment & data use

Communication & collaboration

Professional learning lead

Community engagement

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Selection Criteria

• SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.
• SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth
• SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
• SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
• SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional learning.
• SC6 Demonstrated ability to support school to home relationships and increase the connectedness of parents and community to school.

Role

Learning Specialists will be highly skilled classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time in the classroom delivering high-quality teaching and learning and have a range of responsibilities related to their expertise, including teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers and facilitating school-based professional learning. Learning Specialists are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. The role of the Learning Specialist will be to model excellence in teaching and learning through demonstration lessons and, mentoring and coaching teachers in improving the skill, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce. The Learning Specialist role is aimed at building excellence in teaching and learning within the Teaching Service.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice
• Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons
• Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice
• Leading and modelling the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery
• Playing a key role in the provision of professional learning, including through developing processes and protocols for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration
• Modelling effective learning practice and supporting teachers to seek, analyse and act on feedback and on their practice
• Providing evidence-based feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development
• Providing expert advice about the context, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
• Supervising and training one or more student teachers and mentoring and/or coaching teachers
• Modelling exemplary use of student data to inform teaching approaches
• Developing and promoting school-wide professional learning structures, processes and protocols through Professional Learning Communities
• Modelling exemplary professional learning practice included through seeking feedback from other teachers and leaders on their own classroom practice as part of critical reflection and inquiry to improve practice

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]

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: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

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: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• 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 at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:

• The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and
• if the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; and
• a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July 2016 must also 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 ITE program completed by the person).

Location Profile

Torquay College is a thriving community where high expectations, wellbeing, and connection underpin each student¿s growth and success. We provide a dynamic learning environment that enables unique experiences, enriching and deepening our connection with the Surf Coast, in support of our commitment to: Living and Learning by the Sea. Torquay College is committed to fostering an inclusive and high-performing learning environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our values of Respect, Doing Your Best, and Friendship form the foundation of our community and guide all decisions, actions, and interactions. We believe that every child should be happy, healthy, safe, engaged, supported and challenged to grow in their educational environment. Respect: We believe in treating others with kindness, empathy, and fairness. By valuing and appreciating the differences in our community, we create a safe and welcoming space for all. Respect is reflected in how we listen to others, honour their ideas, and celebrate diversity. Doing Your Best: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our school life. Whether in academics, extracurricular activities, or personal growth, we are committed to giving our best effort, maintaining a growth mindset, and continuously improving. We encourage resilience and perseverance, knowing that every effort counts towards our success. Friendship: Building strong, supportive relationships is at the heart of our community. We promote inclusivity and encourage positive interactions that foster a sense of belonging. Through friendship, we create a collaborative and caring environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

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 at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal