Job Description
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate Physical Education and Health teacher to join a supportive Catholic school community in Keilor, commencing in Term 3. Teaching students across Years 7-10, you will be part of a collaborative and dedicated team focused on fostering student wellbeing, engagement, and personal growth. This contract position offers the potential for ongoing opportunities within a dynamic and community-oriented school environment.
Key duties:
- Designing and implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate PE lessons that align with the Victorian Curriculum.
- Providing clear instruction and demonstration of movement skills, sports techniques, and fitness exercises.
- Teach a range of topic related to physical education including health and well-being, nutrition, mental health and personal development.
- Conducting physical fitness assessments to evaluate students' strength, flexibility, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness levels.
- Ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment by implementing appropriate safety procedures and risk management strategies during physical activities and sports.
- Organizing and maintaining PE equipment, sports gear, and facilities to ensure they are safe, functional, and accessible for students.
- Integrating health education components into PE lessons to promote students' understanding of health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene, mental health, and the benefits of physical activity.
- Assessing students' progress and achievement in PE through various forms of assessment, such as skill demonstrations, performance tasks, fitness tests, and written assignments.
Skills & Experience:
- Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
- Current/valid VIT registration (or in the application process)
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching PE in Australia/NZ
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
- Uphold the highest quality of child protection
Offering:
- Teaching PE/Health to students in years 7 through 10
- Become part of a small school community that is inclusive and welcoming with a strong sense of belonging
- Participating in a community with a strong ethical core that prioritises the development of character and a sense of social responsibility
- Salary commensurate with proven skills, spanning from $78k to $115k annually
The School:
Outstanding facilities and a student body of approximately 650 students in grades 7-10- A management team that is easily approachable and a close-knit team structure
- A robust pastoral care program benefiting both students and staff
- Exceptional staff induction programs
- A school highly regarded and respected within the local community
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
Alternatively, email your interest and resume to Tahlia.schueren@twrecruitment.com.au
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact 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.
