Banksia Teacher

Ref Code
768129

Location
Banksia

Category
Teaching

Sub Categories
Education Outdoors

Join Our Adventure: Outdoor Education Teacher Wanted

Position: Full-Time, Ongoing Residential Setting
Commencing: January 2025
Closing Date: 8 December 2024

Are you passionate about empowering young women through curriculum and experiential outdoors programs? Do you have a knack for creating engaging and adventurous learning experiences? If so, we want you to join our vibrant community at MLC Banksia

Nestled on the stunning Banksia Peninsula and Gippsland Lakes, East Gippsland, Victoria, our 12-hectare coastal bushland property is ideally situated to provide for our unique Education Outdoors programs for students in Years 5-8. At MLC Banksia, you’ll foster the growth of remarkable young women in a holistic education experience, utlising also the exploration of the local and surrounding Gippsland Lakes, Mitchell River, Buchan, and Snowy River environments.

Why MLC Banksia?
At MLC, we believe that education goes beyond the classroom. Our dedicated team of educators and support staff collaborates to deliver dynamic, curriculum-based outdoor programs that inspire curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning, in and about the outdoors. You’ll also play a key role in supporting the adventurous expedition component of our eight-week MLC Marshmead Program for Year 9 students.

Your Role:
As an innovative and dedicated Outdoor Education Teacher, you’ll be responsible for:

- Leading and developing enriching curriculum based outdoor programs that ignite a passion for nature, regeneration and personal growth.
- Fostering a supportive and collaborative environment within our close-knit community.
- Cultivating strong relationships with students and colleagues through exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Embracing sustainability and environmental education principles in your teaching approach.
- Utilising technology creatively to enhance learning experiences.

About You:
We’re looking for a professional who brings:

- A passion for teaching in the Yrs 5-8 levels, with a teacher registration (VIT required).
- Proven hard skills and experience in outdoor education, with relevant qualifications.
- Strong communication and organisational skills to effectively engage students and team members.
- A commitment to student wellbeing and innovative curriculum development.
- Commitment to the principles of sustainability and Environmental Education.
- A collaborative spirit and a desire to contribute positively to our community.

Desirable Skills:

- Familiarity with the Gippsland Lakes and surrounding environments.
- Experienced rafting guide and dinghy sailing instruction, sea kayaking,
- Experience 4WD and LR/MR bus.

Why Join Us?
At MLC, we empower students to become confident and resilient global citizens equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking institution that values excellence, innovation, and the holistic development of each student.

Your commitment to child safety is our top priority. MLC is dedicated to providing a safe environment for all students, and we believe it’s the responsibility of every staff member.