Job Description
About the Role:
Are you a creative and artistic Media teacher looking for a new opportunity? Tradewind is partnering with a fantastic school in Truganina, seeking a teacher to teach years 7-9 in Media, starting from Term 4, leading into 2025, on a full-time basis. Don't miss out on the chance to become a valued member of this community-minded school!
Key duties:
- Have a deep understanding of various forms of media, including film, television, radio, print, and digital media within the Victorian Curriculum.
- Competency in video and audio editing software, digital tools, and media equipment to guide students in practical tasks.
- Ability to design engaging lessons that foster creativity in media production and critical thinking about media texts.
- Skilled in using media-specific technology, such as cameras, editing software, and multimedia tools.
- Lead students in practical media tasks, such as film-making, podcasting, or producing digital media content. Assist in learning how to use equipment and software.
- Design and mark assessments that test students' understanding of media concepts, media language, and production skills.
- Guide students through creative projects, such as making short films, advertisements, or magazine layouts.
- Stay updated with the latest trends in media, technology, and educational practices, attending relevant workshops or training.
- Work with other staff members and departments to integrate media studies with other subjects and school events.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Current VIT registration
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Secondary Media Studies
- Graduates welcome to apply and will be supported
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Full-time starting from Term 4 and continuing into 2025
- Ongoing opportunity
- Instructing students in years 7-9
- Work within a supportive Arts faculty
- Collaborating with approachable and transparent leadership
- Salary aligned with demonstrated expertise and time dedication
The School:
- Around 2400 students spanning from Foundation to Year 9
- High performing school
- Modern facilities elevating the overall teaching and learning experience
- An approachable management team with Instructional leaders in each learning community
- Excellent mentor program for graduates and new teachers
- Abundant opportunities for professional development
Why work with Tradewind?
The Benefits:
- Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
- Relevant and real information about roles
- No joining fees/other fees
- Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
- Interview tips and preparation provided
- 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-caliber 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.
How to apply:
To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia on the Education 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 backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply