Mathematics Leader (POL)

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Victoria; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

St Carlo Borromeo Catholic Primary School is seeking a Mathematics Leader to co-lead planning from Foundation to Year 6 and drive a coherent, evidence-informed Mathematics curriculum.

You will mentor teachers, lead professional learning, analyse student data, and coordinate assessment processes, fostering strong Catholic identity and school improvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead mathematics curriculum planning and implementation.
• Strong knowledge of explicit teaching, assessment and evidence-informed instruction.
• Experience analysing student data to drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead collaborative Mathematics planning across Foundation to Year 6.
• Support development of a coherent, sequential Maths curriculum.
• Lead explicit, evidence-informed Mathematics teaching practices.
• Build teacher capacity through professional learning, modelling, coaching, feedback.
• Analyse student data with teams to identify trends and needs.
• Monitor progress and evaluate impact of Mathematics programs.
• Coordinate Mathematics assessment processes per school schedule.
• Work with Learning Diversity Leaders to support intervention/extension.
• Lead Mathematics professional learning at staff meetings and planning sessions.
• Promote positive attitudes to Mathematics and engage parents.

Skills

Mathematics leadership

Curriculum development

Data-informed instruction

Staff coaching

Professional learning

Collaborative planning

Education

VIT Registration

Job description

• Co-lead collaborative Mathematics planning across Foundation to Year 6.


• Support the development of a coherent and sequential whole-school Mathematics curriculum.


• Lead the implementation of explicit and evidence-informed Mathematics teaching practices aligned with the MACS Vision for Instruction.


• Build teacher capacity through professional learning, modelling, coaching, observation and feedback.


• Facilitate professional dialogue during collaborative planning and support teachers to strengthen classroom practice.


• Analyse student achievement data with teams to identify trends, learning needs and areas for improvement.


• Support teachers to use assessment and data to plan differentiated teaching, intervention and extension.


• Monitor student progress and evaluate the impact of Mathematics teaching and intervention programs.


• Coordinate and support Mathematics assessment processes in accordance with the school's assessment schedule.


• Work collaboratively with Learning Diversity Leaders to support students requiring additional intervention or extension.


• Support Learning Support Officers involved in targeted Mathematics intervention.


• Lead Mathematics professional learning at staff meetings and planning sessions.


• Promote positive attitudes towards Mathematics and support opportunities for parent engagement and education.


• Maintain current knowledge of Mathematics curriculum, pedagogy and research.

The Successful Applicant Will Demonstrate

• Highly effective classroom practice in Mathematics.


• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum – Mathematics.


• A deep understanding of explicit teaching, assessment and evidence-informed Mathematics instruction.


• Experience analysing and using student data to improve teaching and learning.


• The ability to lead collaborative planning and professional learning.


• Experience in coaching, modelling practice and providing constructive feedback to teachers.


• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.


• The ability to build positive professional relationships and work collaboratively within a leadership team.


• A commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing professional learning.


• A commitment to the Catholic identity, values and mission of St Carlo Borromeo Catholic Primary School.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration.


• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people.


• Support the Catholic ethos and mission of the school.


• Hold, or be working towards, appropriate Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic school.

Relevant postgraduate study, Mathematics leadership experience or professional learning in Mathematics education would be highly regarded.

Application Procedure

Applications should include:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.


• A response addressing the key selection criteria.


• The names and contact details of three professional referees, including your current Principal or employer where possible.

St Carlo Borromeo Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.