Learning Specialist Range 3 - Humanities

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranbourne Secondary College invites applications for a Learning Specialist Range 3 – Humanities. The role focuses on delivering high-quality humanities teaching, modelling professional practice, and supporting teachers to improve student outcomes across a vibrant senior and middle years program.

Based in Cranbourne, the position offers opportunities to lead pedagogical improvement, engage with evidence-based practices, and contribute to the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 within a

Qualifications

• SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum.
• SC2 Demonstrated expertise in high impact teaching strategies.
• SC3 Demonstrated ability to monitor and assess student learning and use data.
• SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and collaboration.
• SC5 Demonstrated professional learning and modelling of positive practice.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate high‑level teaching expertise and practice.
• Model and lead high-impact teaching strategies across the school.
• Work with leadership to develop a shared view of effective teacher practice.
• Lead and model whole‑school improvement strategies in curriculum planning and delivery.
• Coordinate professional learning, observation, feedback and peer collaboration.
• Provide evidence‑based feedback to staff to inform growth and development.
• Provide expert advice and context to teaching staff.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

High impact teaching

Assessment data use

Communication

Job description

Learning Specialist Range 3 - Humanities

Department of Education Victoria – Cranbourne VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Nestled in the vibrant Southeast region of Victoria on Bunurong land, Cranbourne Secondary College is a single, co-educational 7-12 school located in the City of Casey. The College has an enrolment of 1200 students with a similar number expected in 2027. The College supports an aspirant and diverse student and parent population. Our unwavering commitment to our students is evident in the robust support they receive throughout their journey within and beyond our institution. With a strong focus on academic and holistic well-being, we ensure that every student achieves their utmost potential.

We extend an open invitation to all potential candidates to explore our campus firsthand. By visiting the College, you will have the opportunity to acquaint yourself with our modernised facilities, meet our key faculty members, and determine whether Cranbourne Secondary College aligns with your educational aspirations. Your journey towards a promising future starts here.

Educators at our college support our students to succeed and support their individual needs with:

• An exceptional Performing Arts Programwhich includes musicians, plays, talent shows, cultural festivals (our last 2 productions were written by our talented staff and our last musical was nominated for 14 awards, winning 1 award and winning 2 judges awards) The following clip includes snippets of our yearly talent show Show Up!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXgv6Jr3YV0
• A state-of-the-art Sports Stadiumhosting our basketball academy program launching in 2024 in partnership with Casey Basketball.
• An excellent Visual Arts Program, showcasing works annually in our Senior Arts Festival. https://instagram.com/visual_arts_csc?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
• AnAccelerated Learning programthat exposes students to enriching programs and extends learners.
• A proactive and supportive approach to teaching behaviours ad fostering positive relationships through our School Wide Positive Behaviour Support(Gold recognition) and Berry Street Education Model.
• We are a leading secondary school in SWPBSprogram, you can view further details about our school on theVictorian government¿s SWPBS website.
• An engaging Alumni programthat fosters a vibrant connection between former students and our College, as they return to our campus to collaborate with and ignite inspiration among our current student body. See one of our career events by exploring this video: Cranbourne Secondary College Alumni Event.
• Celebrated differences where we recognise and celebrate individuality through key events resulting in students know that they are welcome, supported and always able to be themselves.
• Dedicated activities that allow for staff and student interaction and festivities outside of the classroom. For example, our Colour Carnival, sport days, lunch clubs to name a few.
• Free onsite tutoring available for students in all year levels afterschool.
• A variety of evidence-based targeted intervention programs.
• Student Voice and Agency opportunities such as SRC, Class Captains, MultiPride and Teach the Teacher program.
• Senior Pathway choice¿ our senior school program is designed from student choice and thus VCE subjects offerings are extensive.
• Dedicated VET facilitiesincluding a commercial kitchen, fitness room and engineering building and construction area.
• See what our students think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOSWrREO7Bg

Our student Attitude to school data results show sustained improvement over the last 5 years with the majority all categories being above or equal to state and similar school averages.

We welcome our new staff by providing the following supports:

• Ongoing staff induction for all new staff where you receive support throughout the year.
• All teaching staff are appointed their own buddy to support their acclimation to the college. In addition to that, they are supported by our dedicated experienced mentor and Leading Teacher responsible for induction. All graduate teachers are also allocated an individual mentor.
• Intensive support for VIT registration for all graduate teachers from their mentor and Professional Learning Leader.
• Teaching and learning programs developed by staff collaboration using evidence-based practice.
• An active Staff Association with activities throughout the year promoting work-life balance.
• Learning Specialists provide ongoing support in engaging with our teaching and learning program and instructional model as we implement the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0.
• Ongoing professional development and support.
• Access to the Sports Stadium gym with state-of-the-art weight room outside of work hours.
• Growth and leadership opportunities.

Our positive climate and staff culture is exemplified by our support for staff, their expertise and continued focus on improvement and learning. These factors are reflected in our excellent school staff survey results, where all categories are consistently above state and similar school averages. Of particular note is our focus on Collective Responsibility, Teacher collaboration, trust in colleagues, professional safety and Instructional Leadership.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit a single, comprehensive attachment containing both their resume and a well‑crafted response to the selection criteria. We value your time and expertise, and there is no need for redundancy through the inclusion of duplicate information already present in your application.

We welcome all prospective applicants who share our College values to join our team:

Learning

Curiosity drives students to engage with broad ranging learning opportunities as explorers, thinkers, collaborators, communicators, problem solvers and evaluators. Our culture of excellence promotes the personal growth and creative expression that emerges as learners develop a deep understanding of themselves, others and the world.

Care

Nurturing, respectful relationships are at the heart of our care network because we want everyone to be known, feel connected and valued, reach their potential and thrive.

Community

We are strengthened by the connection, belonging and diversity that characterises our inclusive learning community. It galvanises our journey of understanding, support and celebration together, and is warmly extended to our alumni, and our local tertiary and industry partners.

Contribution

Encouragement to learn and grow for the purpose of making a unique contribution in their time and place inspires our students to be and give their best. The reward is personal and collective fulfilment and joy.

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.

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

In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists may include but are not limited to:

• 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