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Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 2Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:

• Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
• Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
• Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
• Supervise and train one or more student teachers
• Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.

Classroom teacher Range 1The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities. The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.

Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.

Responsibilities

The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:

• Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
• Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
• Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
• Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
• Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.

Who May Apply

Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.

The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

Other Information

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Location Profile

Vision

Roxburgh College is known for its strong commitment to holistic education of all students. We know good schools and good teaching help overcome any disadvantage. Our work is centered on inclusive partnership of students, staff, parents/carers and key community agents, working together to meet the needs of our young people, always thinking of ways to ignite their active participation in the local and broader communities.

Our moral purpose is to educate all students offering them challenge and satisfaction to equip each with attitudes, skills and knowledge so that they become valued contributors in an ever-changing world.

Our pedagogical model is based on a gradual release approach to learning, highlighting the role of the teacher in provide mentor text, embracing the notion of collaborative learning where students support each other, and a final stage where student demonstrate their learning independently.

We welcome all students into our Family, fostering care and attention to: Respecting self and one and other; learning from each other; and achieving our best. We foster a culture that celebrates student¿s individuality and connections, nurturing a sense of belonging and inspiring the pursuit of their potential paying careful attention to our students¿ character strengths and encouraging critical thinking, self-reflection, self-discipline and motivation, empathetic and socially competency.

Overview

Roxburgh College is a large school in the North of Melbourne, located in Roxburgh Park. We have approximately 1100 students within our main school campus, with the Gateway Campus catering for 50 students. Our students come from a diverse range of ethnic backgrounds and we embrace the diversity. We have approximately 110 teaching staff, along with 50 support staff which includes Multicultural Ethnic Aids, PSD support staff and Technology Support staff.

Roxburgh College Organization

Roxburgh College is organized into 2 `mini¿ school, the Middle School (7-9) and the Senior School Each mini school is overseen by one assistant principal and 3 leading teachers. This structure is designed to support both staff and students, to ensure that Teaching and Learning are the main priority of each day.

Pathways ¿ VCE/VCE-VM/VPC/HeadStart

Roxburgh College prides its self of providing pathways for students in years 10 to 12. Over the past 5 years we have ensured that 98% of students have a pathway post year 12.

Roxburgh College is the lead school in the HeadStart Program. This program allows students in Years 10 to 12 to start an apprenticeship while continuing to complete their high school education.

Roxburgh College understands that a diverse range of subjects offers students the opportunity to pursue different pathways. In the senior school, students may undertake the VCE, the VCE-VM or the VPC allowing students to choose subjects that are relevant to their learning and pathway needs.

VET

The college is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with many Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs on its scope of registration. We currently offer 13 VET subjects onsite, ranging from Lab Skills, Automotive, Sport and Recreation to Hospitality. Strong relationships with other training providers in the local area and our Trade Skills Centre provides our students with access to excellent vocational training facilities and opportunities.

Berry Street Education Model and Positive Climate (SWPBS) at Roxburgh College

Roxburgh College has been working with Berry Street for 5 years to implement their education models across the college. As part of our Connect Program we aim to teach our students to develop in the following areas, Body, Relationship, Engagement, Stamina and Character. This is also woven into our Positive Climate at Roxburgh College where effort and attitude are rewarded to create positive interactions between students and teachers.

Facilities

Roxburgh College has outstanding facilities that are used at all levels of the school to ensure that our students can learn in positive and uplifting settings. Our facilities include:

• 200 Seat Auditorium
• Trade Skills Centre comprising of Furnishing, Engineering, Integrated Technologies, and Automotive teaching spaces
• Dance Studio
• Refurbished Library and Reading Room
• Two Commercial Kitchens catering for VET Hospitality
• Two indoor basketball courts and two undercover basketball courts
• Two soccer courts
• Football oval

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