Job Description
The Role:
Tradewind is seeking a passionate and dedicated Psychology teacher to join a highly respected independent grammar school in Melbourne's West. This co-educational institution, renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to holistic student development, offers a full-time, ongoing position teaching Middle Years through to VCE Psychology, starting immediately.
Join a dynamic learning community where innovation meets tradition, with access to outstanding resources, supportive leadership, and exceptional professional growth opportunities. If you are eager to inspire and challenge young minds in an engaging and collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your teaching career.
Key Duties:
- Create and deliver engaging, evidence-based Psychology lessons that align with the VCE Psychology Study Design, catering to students in Senior Years.
- Teach topics like research methods, brain function, mental health, and human development, ensuring students grasp key psychological theories and applications.
- Guide students in applying psychological theories to real-life scenarios and conducting small-scale psychological research.
- Design assessments, including tests, assignments, and School-Assessed Coursework (SACs), that align with the VCAA standards.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with the latest psychological research and teaching practices.
- Work with colleagues to develop shared resources, refine teaching practices, and ensure consistency in curriculum delivery.
- Foster a classroom that promotes curiosity, respect, and inclusivity, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Use innovative strategies to sustain student interest in complex psychological topics.
Skills & Experience:
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Teaching Qualifications
- Current VIT registration
- Have at least 2 years experience teaching Secondary Psychology in Australia
- Ability to provide contact details for at least two education-based references from within the last 5 years
Offering:
- Join a prestigious school renowned for its professionalism, dedication, and exceptional staff.
- Step into a full-time, ongoing role with an immediate start.
- Inspire and mentor Years 10-12 students, with flexibility to tailor your teaching load.
- Enjoy a competitive salary of $83K-$125K + Super, based on your experience and expertise.
The School:
- Thriving learning community with 3,500 students across three campuses, from Kinder to Year 12.
- State-of-the-art facilities designed to enhance both teaching and learning experiences.
- Reputation for excellence, fostering a culture of professionalism, care, and academic achievement.
- Extensive professional development opportunities to support your growth and career progression.
- Motivated and high-achieving students, creating a dynamic and rewarding teaching environment.
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, please submit your application by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Applications will be reviewed and screen upon submission.
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 or email
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.
