Specialist Teacher Physical Education

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; Wallan; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary School in Wallan East, VIC, is seeking a dedicated Physical Education Teacher for Foundation to Year 6. The role plans, delivers and evaluates a high-quality PE program, promoting physical literacy, teamwork and lifelong activity.

The successful candidate will uphold Catholic ethos, be VIT registered, and engage with School and Parish activities, while ensuring child safety and alignment with the Victorian Curriculum.

Qualifications

• Must hold VIT registration.
• Accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (or in process).
• Familiar with Child Safety policies and legal responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach Physical Education from Foundation to Year 6.
• Assess and report student growth against the Victorian Curriculum.
• Coordinate and lead annual sporting carnivals and events.
• Coordinate School Sports Victoria interschool activities (Swimming, Cross-Country, Athletics).
• Support wellbeing and Catholic identity within the school community.

Skills

Catholic ethos alignment

Love of learning

Team collaboration

Child safety compliance

Curriculum planning

Education

VIT registration

Religious Education accreditation

Job description

Our Lady of The Way Catholic Primary School

Principal: Mr Darren Gibson

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER ROLE DESCRIPTION

Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary School is a P-6 School in Wallan East. We are an established school with modern facilities which has developed an excellent reputation as a welcoming community providing quality education within a Catholic school context. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

The Primary Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating a high-quality, engaging and inclusive Physical Education program across Foundation to Year 6. The role supports students to develop physical literacy, confidence, teamwork, resilience and positive attitudes towards lifelong participation in physical activity.

The successful applicant will contribute positively to the school's Catholic identity and culture and work collaboratively with colleagues to support the academic, physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of every student.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• understand and support the Catholic ethos and vision of the School, and be willing to be involved in School and Parish activities
• display a love of learning and a passion for working with young children
• possess VIT registration
• be accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (or be in the process of obtaining this)
• be familiar and comply with all requirements of Child Safety, policies and legal responsibilities concerning the safety, care and wellbeing of all students.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The successful applicant will be required to:

• work as an active, positive and supportive staff member who is committed to the ethos and values of Catholic education
• work collegially with all staff
• commit to and abide by the Child Safety Standards, Child Safety Policy and Child Safety protocols
• coordinate and manage all related compliance procedures associated with Physical Education and Sport
• build positive relationships with children, parents and staff
• promote positive student behaviour
• cater effectively for the diverse individual needs of students
• create a learning environment where all are valued and challenged
• commit to professional learning and improvement
• plan and teach Physical Education from the Victorian Curriculum to children from Foundation - Year 6
• assess and report against the Victorian Curriculum to demonstrate student growth
• support and help lead the annual sporting carnivals and events
• coordinate and manage School Sports Victoria Interschool Swimming, Cross-Country and Athletics participation
• coordinate sport across the school

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In applying for a position with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), you will be asked to provide certain personal information to enable your application to be considered. Any personal information that is provided to MACSin relation to an application for employment will be handled in accordance with MACS's obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). To find out more about how MACShandles personal information, you are encouraged to read theMACS Privacy Policy

Specialist Teacher Physical Education Wallan, VIC, AU