Job Description
About the Role:
Attention all passionate Visual Arts and Media teachers eager to make a creative impact in the classroom! An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated educator to join a supportive and collegial school starting this term. You will be engaging with students in years 8-9, fostering their creativity in an environment that prioritizes student learning and strives to create a safe and nurturing, modern educational setting. Don't miss your chance to be part of a school committed to excellence in teaching and learning!
Key duties:
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons in art and media studies to secondary students in alignment with the Victorian Curriculum.
- Developing curriculum materials, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with educational standards and student learning objectives.
- Providing instruction in various art mediums, techniques, and concepts, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, graphic design, film, and digital media.
- Facilitating student exploration and experimentation with different artistic styles, processes, and technologies.
- Supporting students in developing their creative and critical thinking skills, as well as their ability to analyse and interpret visual media.
- Providing constructive feedback on student work and assessing their progress through assignments, projects, and examinations.
- Participating in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay updated on developments in the field of art and media education.
Skills & Experience:
- Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
- Maintain a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Visual Arts and Media desirable
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable)
Offering:
- Teach Visual Arts and Media to students in years 8-9
- Join a growing and expanding school community
- Thrive in a supportive environment that fosters a strong sense of belonging for both staff and students.
- Be part of a community with a solid moral foundation that emphasizes character development and social responsibility
- Benefit from approachable and transparent leadership
- Earn a salary aligned with your expertise, ranging from $75,000 to $115,000
- Enjoy ongoing opportunities for professional development
The School:
- Serve a diverse multicultural student body of around 2400 students from Foundation to Year 9
- Thrive in a high-performing school environment
- Benefit from modern facilities that enhance the teaching and learning experience
- Enjoy an approachable management team with instructional leaders in each learning community
- Take advantage of an excellent mentor program for graduates and new teachers
- Access 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-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.
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.
