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About the School Department of Education Victoria – Truganina VICPosted 1 day ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria Welcome to Garrang Wilam Primary School, an exciting new school that opened in 2021, located in Truganina. Garrang Wilam (pronounced: gar-rang wil-um) is taken from the Woi-wurrung language, as spoken by the Wurundjeri people, and means “eucalyptus home.” Our logo means elders and students focused together, and encourages us to “dream big.” Vision Our students excel in the vibrant, positive and connected community we create together. Mission We invite all students to come and learn, to belong and work collaboratively in their pursuit of learning. Our people are invested in deliberate practice to create a community that truly makes a difference. Our community will develop over time through shared experiences and an aligned focus on what matters: learning. Values A respect of all cultures and beliefs is an essential characteristic of global citizens, thus we live by a set of values that underpin this. We want our students, staff, parents and community members to show: Together Focus Strength Lead The success of our outcomes is due to our collective approach to School Wide Positive Behaviour Support High expectations Clear instructional framework for teaching and learning Using evidence and research to make decisions High Inclusion Support Imperatives Organisational capacity and capability Consistent teaching and learning framework Metrics Student achievement, student voice and wellbeing outcomes Parent opinion and contribution Teaching and Learning The instructional framework at Garrang Wilam Primary School is informed by the Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR) model. The Pedagogical Model is aligned with the Victorian teaching and learning model 2.0 focused on teacher practice as the main contributor to improved student learning outcomes improvement‑focused to assist teachers with their professional learning, including designing their PD goals adaptive and can be modified to fit subject contexts implemented together with the practice principles, the pedagogical model enables teachers to maintain a line of sight between their own professional development and school-wide improvement based on FISO. For more information please see our website: A focus on Digital Learning, The Arts (Visual and Music/Performing), and Physical Education will be integral to the additional learning provided for our students. Students have access to the latest technologies; including iPads. Teams of teachers are given time to work and learn together focused on student data and high impact teaching strategies during weekly Professional Learning Community cycles of inquiry. The focus on professional knowledge and practice through feedback and goal setting during the performance and development process ensures all members of staff are continually growing and learning. We are seeking a combination of expert, accomplished and graduate teachers who will deliver a challenging and stimulating curriculum. A positive nurturing environment which cares for each student and adult, matters. It impacts on our behaviour, our academic success and future mental and physical health. All community members of our school behave in ways that build a positive and vibrant school culture that focuses on wellness and learning. We use the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support framework to drive our approach to positive education. Learning Spaces The school includes an administration building, two learning neighbourhoods, portable spaces, a gymnasium complex, outdoor courts and sports fields. Inside the administration building houses a large library, first aid facilities, visual arts space, space for science/ technology and food technology space. The gymnasium complex includes a stadium quality basketball/ netball sized gymnasium with tiered seating, an outstanding music facility which doubles as a stage for the gymnasium. There is also a canteen and change room facilities and an extensive foyer. These facilities are utilised for community usage including a shared arrangement with local sporting clubs and community groups to ensure sport can be accessed onsite after school. The extensive outdoor spaces include hard courts, full sized grassed football oval, outdoor stage, nature play with a dry creek bed, agility playground and an extensive carpark. Contact Principal Carly CorronPhone: ***Email: **********@education.vic.gov.au Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to plan a whole school specialist programme for primary aged students. 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 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 programmes 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. Responsibilities Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students; Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum programme 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. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au. 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. 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: Qualification Requirements The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and If the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programmes in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; A person who graduated 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) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE programme completed by the person). Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools. Other Information & 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 programmes provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Take Action Learn more and apply at or contact the Principal Carly Corron for further information. Please do not provide personal bank or credit card details when applying for jobs; do not transfer money or complete suspicious online surveys. Report any suspicious job advertisement to the Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr