Classroom Teacher/Auslan

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School – Mickleham VIC Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is located in the Merrifield Estate, Mickleham and is a dynamic and thriving education setting dedicated to providing high‑quality education. The school is recognised for its inclusive and supportive learning environment, where academic excellence is fostered alongside personal growth and wellbeing. The campus features flexible and adaptive learning spaces, specialist facilities for Auslan, food technology, library, science and visual arts, and a Sports and Arts Centre with a full‑size competition court and performing‑arts space. Recent capital works have added 12 new classrooms and specialist learning areas, giving the school a permanent capacity for 850 students with relocatable classrooms supporting extra enrolments. Teaching and Learning Our model is grounded in explicit instruction, supported by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM 2.0) and high‑impact teaching strategies. We deliver a structured, evidence‑based approach that ensures clarity, consistency and strong student engagement. Explicit teaching is embedded in Mathematics and in Reading where we use the Little Learners Love Literacy (LLLL) programme in early years and build comprehension and critical‑thinking skills in Years 3‑6. Six learning areas are now at or above state level and the Attitudes to School Survey (AtoSS) data reflects high levels of student engagement, safety and connectedness. We work closely with families to support every student, and inclusive programmes such as our Koorie group celebrate culture and strengthen community connections. Vision Gaayip‑Yagila Primary School’s commitment to excellence will empower students to become connected, engaged and collaborative learners. They will participate in high‑quality teaching throughout every lesson, actively identifying their learning needs and co‑constructing experiences aimed at their point of need. They will thrive academically, socially and emotionally and value diversity through showing respect for self, others and the community. School Expectations We strive for excellence – exhibit personal, team and school pride, believe in ourselves and others and always do our personal best. We share ideas, listen with open minds and work together to help each other succeed. We are respectful – value and celebrate diversity and respect the safety and learning of everyone in our community. We are kind – to ourselves, others and the environment. Selection Criteria SC1: Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate 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 programmes on student growth. SC3: Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning, using data to inform practice and providing feedback on learning growth and achievement to students and parents. SC4: Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, establishing collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community. SC5: Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and experience in reflecting on practice and engaging in professional learning. SC6: Demonstrated experience in implementing explicit instruction aligned with VTLM 2.0, focusing on clear, scaffolded teaching to support engagement and skill development, particularly for EAL learners and students requiring additional support. Role The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges – range 1 and range 2 – both focused on planning, preparing and teaching programmes to meet specific student outcomes and engaging in critical reflection to improve performance. Teachers receive support appropriate to their salary range, qualifications, training and experience. When gaining experience, teachers are expected to undertake additional duties beyond their rostered teaching responsibilities. Range 2 Responsibilities Provide content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet diverse student needs. Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor or coach other teachers. Provide expert advice on content, processes and strategies that 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 achieve learning targets. Range 1 Responsibilities Develop skill and competency as a classroom practitioner with structured support from lead teachers. Plan, prepare and teach programmes to achieve specific outcomes. Participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co‑curricula activities. Assist or supervise student teachers under guidance. Responsibilities Direct teaching of student groups and individual students. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum programme. Undertake other teaching or organisational duties as directed by the Principal. Participate in parent/teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps and excursions. Undertake 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 with demonstrated experience in the specified curriculum area(s). Diversity and Inclusion The Department is committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability and offer flexible work arrangements and support for all teachers. Child Safe Standards All staff commit to protecting students from abuse or harm in accordance with the Child Safety Code of Conduct. For detail, see the department’s Child Safety policy. DE Values Employees commit to upholding values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. Other Information Gaayip‑Yagila Primary School offers Auslan as part of our specialist program. In 2026, we will celebrate the third year of teaching Auslan, and the successful applicant will support the continued growth of this programme. When submitting your application please upload a single document (preferably PDF) that includes your cover letter (optional), response to each selection criterion and your resume/CV. Ensure each SC response is no more than one page and save the file with your first and last name at the beginning of the file name. Conditions of Employment Staff enjoy a range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory pre‑employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year and induction and support programmes are provided. Full information on terms and conditions is available on the Department’s Human Resources website. Qualification Requirements The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For those who completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate satisfactory completion of a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education programme. Graduates from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) or that the requirement was part of the ITE programme. Details of qualification requirements are updated from time to time and can be found on Recruitment in Schools. #J-18808-Ljbffr