Visual Arts Teacher

Plenty Valley Christian College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite EV charging (fees apply)

Job summary

Plenty Valley Christian College is seeking a passionate Visual Arts Teacher to join our welcoming Christian learning community in Doreen, VIC. The successful applicant will deliver engaging Visual Arts programs for a 12-month fixed-term contract from Term 1, 2027, with potential for ongoing employment.

The role requires appropriate teaching qualifications and current VIT registration, a commitment to Christian education, and the ability to create inclusive, creative lessons that develop

Qualifications

• Appropriate teaching qualifications and current VIT registration, or eligibility for registration.
• A genuine commitment to Christian education and the values and mission of Plenty Valley Christian College.
• Relevant knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for teaching Visual Arts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Visual Arts lessons that cater to students' learning needs, abilities and interests.
• Develop students' practical skills and knowledge across a range of artistic mediums, techniques and processes.
• Encourage creativity, experimentation, problem-solving and individual artistic expression.
• Develop students' understanding of visual language, art history, contemporary art and cultural perspectives.
• Teach students to analyse, interpret and evaluate artworks, including their own work and that of others.
• Assess student learning, provide constructive feedback and support ongoing artistic development.
• Prepare appropriate learning resources and maintain records of student progress.
• Maintain a safe, organised and engaging art learning environment, including the appropriate use, storage and management of materials and equipment.
• Contribute to student exhibitions, displays, College events and other opportunities to showcase student work.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum planning and student learning.
• Integrate Christian values into teaching practice and encourage students to develop and use their gifts and abilities.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and comply with College policies, child safety requirements and professional standards.

Education

VIT registration or eligibility

Job description

Plenty Valley Christian College – Doreen VIC

Full time

2d ago , from Plenty Valley Christian College

About Plenty Valley Christian College

Plenty Valley Christian College (PVCC) is a welcoming Christian learning community committed to providing students with an education that develops academic capability, character, faith and a strong sense of purpose. We seek to create an environment where every student is known, supported and encouraged to make the most of their individual gifts and abilities.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Visual Arts Teacher who is passionate about education and keen to contribute positively to the life of our College.

Our teachers play an important role in creating engaging learning experiences, building meaningful relationships with students and supporting their development both inside and outside the classroom.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and creative Visual Arts Teacher to join our College from Term 1, 2027, on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract to cover parental leave, with the possibility of ongoing employment.

The successful applicant will deliver engaging Visual Arts programs that develop students’ artistic skills, creativity, visual literacy and confidence in expressing ideas through a range of artistic mediums. They will foster an inclusive learning environment that encourages experimentation, critical thinking and an appreciation of the arts.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Visual Arts lessons that cater to students' learning needs, abilities and interests.
• Develop students' practical skills and knowledge across a range of artistic mediums, techniques and processes.
• Encourage creativity, experimentation, problem-solving and individual artistic expression.
• Develop students' understanding of visual language, art history, contemporary art and cultural perspectives.
• Teach students to analyse, interpret and evaluate artworks, including their own work and that of others.
• Assess student learning, provide constructive feedback and support ongoing artistic development.
• Prepare appropriate learning resources and maintain records of student progress.
• Maintain a safe, organised and engaging art learning environment, including the appropriate use, storage and management of materials and equipment.
• Contribute to student exhibitions, displays, College events and other opportunities to showcase student work.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum planning and student learning.
• Integrate Christian values into teaching practice and encourage students to develop and use their gifts and abilities.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and comply with College policies, child safety requirements and professional standards.

The successful applicant will demonstrate

• Appropriate teaching qualifications and current VIT registration, or eligibility for registration.
• A genuine commitment to Christian education and the values and mission of Plenty Valley Christian College.
• Relevant knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for teaching Visual Arts.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, creative and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Strong practical skills and knowledge across relevant visual art mediums, techniques and processes.
• Effective classroom management and lesson-planning skills.
• The ability to establish positive, respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to participate in the broader life of the College and contribute to exhibitions, displays and school community activities.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective teaching practice.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Why join Plenty Valley Christian College?

Working at Plenty Valley Christian College provides the opportunity to be part of a supportive educational community where staff are valued and encouraged to grow professionally.

Our staff benefit from:

• A positive and supportive Christian workplace culture.
• Competitive salary aligned to Victorian State Schools.
• Opportunities for professional learning and career development.
• A collaborative team environment.
• Onsite EV charging (fees apply).
• Contemporary learning spaces and educational resources.
• Staff discount on school tuition fees.
• Paid parental leave under EBA provisions.
• Salary packaging to boost your take-home pay through tax-effective non-cash benefits.
• A compassionate employee assistance program for our staff.
• Opportunities to contribute to co-curricular and community activities.
• Support for teachers at different stages of their professional journey.

Christian Character and Community

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a sincere commitment to the Christian faith and an understanding of the role Christian values play in education, including their application in accordance with the inherent requirements of the role outlined in the position description.

Teachers are expected to model integrity, compassion, respect, responsibility and service in their interactions with students, colleagues and the wider College community.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY

Plenty Valley Christian College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and dignity of every child and young person within our community. We recognise that children and young people have the right to learn, participate and develop in an environment where they are protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation and all other forms of harm.

The College maintains a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and child-related harm and places the best interests of children and young people at the centre of our practices, decisions and interactions. We are committed to creating a culture in which children and young people are listened to, treated with respect, encouraged to speak up and supported to raise concerns about their safety and wellbeing.

PVCC takes its child safety and protection obligations seriously and is committed to meeting all applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and relevant child safety standards. We provide appropriate policies, procedures, training, supervision and resources to support the prevention, identification and reporting of concerns and to ensure that child safety is embedded throughout the life of the College.

Child safety is the responsibility of every member of the PVCC community, and all staff are expected to actively contribute to maintaining a safe and protective environment for children and young people.