Secondary Agricultural teacher

Tradewind Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Opportunities

Resume and Interview Preparation Assistance

No Joining Fees

Personalized Job Opportunities

Support from Principal Mentors

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Agricultural Science teacher to join a vibrant educational community. This full-time role involves teaching Years 7-12 in a unique setting that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. You'll work on a sprawling campus with extensive agricultural resources, including livestock and gardens, fostering a hands-on learning environment. Join a dedicated team that values professional development and innovative teaching practices, and make a meaningful impact on students' lives in a supportive Catholic school setting. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Must have current VIT registration and experience teaching Agricultural Science.
• Ability to develop lesson plans aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans for agricultural science for secondary students.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback to parents and administration.

Skills

Agricultural Science Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Assessment

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

VIT Registration

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Science or Education

Job description

This range is provided by Tradewind Australia. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$78,000.00/yr - A$116,000.00/yr

Permanent Education Recruitment Consultant

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a passionate Agricultural Science teacher to join a Catholic school set on over 1000 acres of pristine land in Sunbury, starting in Semester 2. This full-time, ongoing role involves teaching Years 7-12 within a vertical learning structure, offering a unique blend of theoretical and practical classes.

The school's impressive facilities include an experienced farm staff, livestock (cows, sheep, bees), vegetable gardens, and fruit orchards—everything needed to run a successful agricultural program. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced educator in this field, this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and well-resourced educational community!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the Victorian Curriculum, focusing on agricultural science and related subjects for secondary students.
• Teach both the theoretical aspects of agricultural science (e.g., soil science, crop production, animal husbandry) and practical skills (e.g., farm management, machinery use).
• Assess student progress through a variety of methods, including practical assessments, exams, projects, and assignments.
• Provide regular feedback and report on student progress to parents and school administration.
• Teach and promote sustainable agricultural practices, focusing on environmental stewardship, resource management, and the integration of modern technology in farming.
• Work with other teachers and school staff to integrate agricultural education across different subjects and contribute to whole-school initiatives.
• Maintain high safety standards in all agricultural activities, ensuring compliance with school policies and relevant occupational health and safety regulations.

Skills & Experience:

• Current VIT registration
• Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Agricultural Science in a Secondary school setting, a must
• Catholic School experience highly regarded
• Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
• Commencing as a full-time, ongoing position in Term 3, 2025
• Instructing students in years 7-10 in a Catholic school environment
• Mixed classes of year levels and class sizes averaging around 20 students
• Excellent farm staff at hand
• Access to 800 acres of land and houses; cows, sheep, bees, vegetable gardens, grapes, orchards and olive trees etc.
• Salary commensurate with demonstrated expertise and time commitment

The School:

• Around 1600 students spanning years 7-12
• Vertical structured school with unique learning model
• Historically significant buildings and modern buildings on 1000 acres of pristine land
• Abundant opportunities for professional development

Why work with Tradewind?

The Benefits:

• Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
• Relevant and real information about roles
• No joining fees/other fees
• Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
• Interview tips and preparation provided
• Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis

How to apply:

Follow the link provided

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia on the Education Permanent Team on [phone] or email [e-mail]

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education