About the Role:
An exciting chance awaits a passionate English/Humanities Teacher to become a part of an excellent Catholic school in Melton from now, instructing students in grades 7-10. Offering a Full-time, ongoing position based at the main campus in Melton, be part of a wonderful and well-respected school community from now onwards.
Key duties:
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive English/Humanities curriculum aligned with Victorian curriculum, covering various topics such as literature, writing, grammar, history, geography, and social studies.
2. Create engaging and differentiated lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, incorporating a combination of lectures, discussions, activities, and projects to enhance students' understanding and critical thinking skills.
3. Encourage students to think critically, analyse information, evaluate evidence, and draw informed conclusions about humanities topics and issues. Promote inquiry-based learning and research skills to develop students' intellectual curiosity and independent thinking.
4. Collaborate with colleagues in English, history, geography, and other humanities disciplines to create interdisciplinary projects, units, and activities that integrate multiple subject areas and foster cross-curricular connections.
5. Engage in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in humanities education, teaching methodologies, curriculum developments, and technology integration. Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences relevant to humanities teaching.
Skills & Experience:
6. Current VIT registration
7. Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
8. Demonstrate previous experience in teaching English/Humanities in Australia
9. Previous experience teaching within the Catholic System advantageous
10. Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
11. Teaching English and Humanities to students in grades 7-10.
12. Joining a school community that is on a path of expansion and growth
13. A tight-knit, supportive school environment that nurtures a strong sense of belonging for both staff and students
14. Being a part of a community with a robust moral foundation that places a high emphasis on character development and social responsibility
15. Approachable and transparent leadership
16. Salary aligned with demonstrated expertise, ranging from $76,000 to $115,000
17. Continuing opportunities for professional development
The School:
18. Large campuses with a brand-new campus, welcoming students this year (around 1200 students currently)
19. Approachable management team and smaller team structures
20. Strong pastoral care program for students and staff
21. Terrific staff induction programs
22. Great resources and facilities
23. Well respected school within the local community
Why work with Tradewind?
The Benefits:
24. Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
25. Relevant and real information about roles
26. No joining fees/other fees
27. Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
28. Interview tips and preparation provided
29. Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis
Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.