Job Description
The Role:
Are you passionate about teaching Food Technology and Textiles and looking to make an impact in a dynamic learning environment from Term 3? Tradewind is partnering with a Catholic school in Sunbury to offer a full-time role teaching Years 7-10, commencing in Semester 2, with the potential for an ongoing position.
The school embraces innovative practices, including a recently introduced vertical curriculum, giving new educators a chance to contribute to a progressive and collaborative model. Recognised as a 2024 5-Star Employer of Choice for the second consecutive year, the school is committed to supporting both staff and students.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!
Key Duties
- Develop and deliver an engaging Years 7-10 Food Technology curriculum aligned with standards, covering cooking skills, nutrition, and food safety.
- Instruct students in safe kitchen practices, equipment use, and hygiene, promoting a clean and organized learning environment.
- Integrate up-to-date industry trends and nutrition education to encourage healthy eating habits.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance program quality and student learning outcomes.
- Plan and deliver engaging Years 7-10 Textiles lessons aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and VCE.
- Teach garment construction, fabric properties, sustainable fashion, and design principles through theory and hands-on learning.
- Demonstrate textile techniques and ensure safe use of tools and equipment in practical sessions.
- Assess student work, provide feedback, and maintain accurate progress records.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Hold a valid VIT registration
- Experience in Food technology or Textiles advantageous- graduates welcome to apply
- Understanding of the Vic Curriculum- experience teaching in Vic/Australia
- Minimum 4-year bachelor's degree containing a teaching qualification, with further study an advantage
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years from upper management
- An understanding and appreciation of Catholic teachings, values, and traditions are essential for teaching within the Catholic system, or a preparedness to be working within this system
Offering:
- Start from Term 3, 2025
- Instructing students in years 7-10
- Teaching Food Technology or Textiles- but open to combining these methods
- Collaborating with approachable and transparent leadership
- Experience a unique College among nature, with contemporary facilities and historic sites.
- Be part of our next chapter of growth in a new shift to a vertical curriculum
The School:
- Approximately 1600 students ranging from year 7-12
- Terrific mix of modern and heritage facilities
- 2024 winner of 5-Star Employers of Choice
- Future-focussed learning with a modern approach
- Authentic school community, where building relationships with students is key
Why work with Tradewind?
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 of providing high calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping to pursue a rewarding career. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.
How to apply:
To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Tahlia Schueren at the Permanent Team on 03 9110 0091.
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply
