Science Teacher (Years 7 & 8)

Tradewind; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 118,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time 0.6 FTE

Fixed-term contract to 2026

Supportive leadership

Inclusive staff culture

Differentiation and student support

Job summary

Tradewind Australia invites applications for a Science Teacher to deliver Year 7-8 Science in a supportive secondary setting near Baxter. The 0.6 FTE fixed-term contract runs across two terms and emphasizes strong routines, proactive behaviour management, and clear school-wide systems.

Compass experience is essential to manage day-to-day teaching administration. You will plan engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with staff to support student

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Education and English (or related discipline).
• Current or pending Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Experience with Compass (essential).

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Year 7-8 with engaging, well-paced lessons.
• Apply proactive classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Plan and differentiate instruction to support diverse student learning needs.
• Use Compass confidently for day-to-day teaching administration (essential).
• Collaborate with school staff to support student wellbeing and learning outcomes.

Skills

Compass experience

Proactive classroom management

Differentiation

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Education and English

VIT registration (current or pending)

Tools

Compass

Job description

Salary Range: $79,589 - 118,063 + 12% super per annum
Location: Near Baxter
Employment Type: 0.6FTE, Fixed Term (2026)

Science Teacher - Year 7/8

Opening Summary

Step into a highly supportive secondary setting and teach Years 7-8 Science in a role that's engaging, structured, and genuinely enjoyable. This 0.6 FTE fixed-term contract (Mon, Tue, Thu) across roughly two terms is ideal for a teacher who loves bringing Science to life, values strong routines and positive behaviour supports, and wants to feel backed by leadership and clear school-wide systems. Compass experience is essential.

About the Role

You will deliver Science for Years 7-8 across a structured week making it a great option for a teacher seeking strong continuity and impact across a consistent weekly load. You'll be responsible for delivering engaging, curriculum-aligned Science lessons, differentiating to support a range of learning needs, and maintaining a positive, well-managed classroom environment. The school is looking for someone who is confident with proactive behaviour management, and who can build calm, respectful routines that help students stay focused and supported.

Benefits

• Part-time FTE range of 0.6, working Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
• Fixed-term contract covering Long Service Leave (approx. 2 terms)
• Supportive leadership structures
• Inclusive, welcoming staff culture with strong support structures in place
• Values-led environment focused on differentiation and student support

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Year 7-8 with engaging, well-paced lessons
• Apply proactive classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment
• Plan and differentiate instruction to support diverse student learning needs
• Use Compass confidently for day-to-day teaching administration (essential)
• Collaborate with school staff to support student wellbeing and learning outcomes

You Will Have

• Tertiary qualifications in Education and English (or related discipline)
• Current or pending Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
• Experience with Compass (essential)
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for Science

Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.