Classroom Teacher

Classroom Teacher – Physical Education / Outdoor Education Department of Education Victoria – Sebastopol VIC Phoenix P-12 Community College, a large coeducational school located in Sebastopol, serves a diverse student population across the Golden Plains region. We provide comprehensive education from foundation through year 12, prioritising high quality teaching, student wellbeing and community engagement. Overview This role supports the delivery of physical and outdoor education programmes, contributing to academic success and holistic development. The classroom teacher will plan, prepare, and teach lessons; mentor colleagues; and participate in school improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Plan, prepare and deliver engaging curriculum for Physical and Outdoor Education to meet student outcomes. Implement high‑impact teaching strategies and evaluate their effectiveness. Use student data to inform instruction, provide feedback to students and parents, and support learning growth. Mentor or coach other teachers, sharing best practice and supporting professional development. Supervise and train student teachers as required. Participate in parent‑teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps, excursions and other school events. Undertake additional duties assigned by the Principal, including non‑teaching supervisory responsibilities. Selection Criteria SC1: Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum and the ability to integrate literacy and numeracy skills; experience responding to diverse learning needs. SC2: Experience planning and implementing high‑impact teaching strategies guided by learner profiles and evaluating their impact on student growth. SC3: Experience monitoring and assessing learning using data to inform practice and communicating progress to students and parents. SC4: Interpersonal and communication skills with a record of establishing collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the wider community. SC5: Consistent behaviours and attitudes aligned with Department values; evidence of reflective practice and engagement in continual professional learning. Qualification Requirements Provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. If completed a postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January, demonstrate successful completion of an accredited initial teacher education programme (as per the standards of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership). Graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July and passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE), or the LANTITE requirement was part of the ITE program. Details of qualification requirements are updated from time to time and can be found at the Department’s Recruitment in Schools portal. Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach the specified curriculum area. Diversity and Inclusion The Department is committed to a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and from people of all cultural, gender, religious, ethnic, LGBTIQA+ and disability backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are provided where needed. Child Safe Standards All staff are committed to child‑safety duties and to protecting students from harm in accordance with Victorian legal obligations. Disclaimer Be careful – do not provide bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Do not transfer money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report the job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr