SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. 

SC3    Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4    Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5    Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.  The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes.  The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning. 

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.

Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs.  Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities. 
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice.  New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.

Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.

The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:

• Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
• Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
• Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
• Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
• Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.

Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.  The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.  It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on: brett.west@education.vic.gov.au

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the Department’s exemplar available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx

The Department’s employees commit to upholding DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’s Values complement each school’s own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx

Applications should include

1. A cover sheet providing the name of the applicant, record number (where appropriate), home address and a contact number.
2. Specific Key Selection Criteria response
3. A CV with a summary of experience and qualifications
4. The names, email address and contact details of three referees who can provide information regarding the applicant in relation to the Key Selection Criteria.

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Mont Albert Primary School serves the educational needs of families in a pleasant residential area of Balwyn, Mont Albert and Mont Albert North. The school was established in 1917 and celebrated a centenary in 2017. As a result of the school's continuing strong standing reputation, a Department approved enrolment boundary is strictly enforced. The school has a current enrolment of approximately 580 students.

A culture of high expectations permeates the school, and the staff operate as a collaborative and dynamic community of learners with a shared commitment to improving student outcomes and ensuring that teaching reflects best practice. The level of staff engagement is commendable with leadership supporting and empowering staff to do their job effectively and build a sense of ownership and commitment to the goals and values of the school.

Mont Albert Primary School students are safe, engaged and challenged in the classroom. Student Attitude to School Survey data reveals very positive perceptions held by students in relation to Wellbeing, Teaching and Learning and Student Relationships. A restorative practices approach and involvement in The Resilience Project reflect in the school’s focus on student wellbeing and relationships, with a high parent positive response for General Satisfaction on the annual Parent Opinion Survey, and a higher positive response for Collective Focus on Student Learning and Collective Efficacy on the Staff Survey.

The school is structured in straight grade levels and is guided by the Victorian Curriculum in all areas including the specialist subjects of Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, and Languages (Italian P-6 ), with EAL support acknowledging the rapid change in local demographics.

The school offers many extra-curricular activities including an instrumental music program, choir, orchestra, Chess Club, Science Club, Lego Club, GATEWAYS and Maths Olympiad. There are various formal student leadership opportunities across the school such as School Captains, House Captains, Curriculum Captains, Junior School Council, and the Environmental Action Group.

A range of digital technologies are utilised within each classroom to support learning in all areas of the curriculum, with interactive displays, laptops, iPads and beebots used to facilitate engaging learning opportunities. Technology is a learning tool that teachers leverage to engage and meet the learning needs of whole classes, small groups or individuals. Teachers are regularly developing their own digital technology skills, and the financial commitment to this area is significant in providing new and varied technology, with improved infrastructure and continued integration of learning tools into classrooms - including  a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) program in Years 5 and 6 to prepare them for secondary schooling.

Home-school partnerships are valued, with all key stake holders working together to achieve the best possible learning outcomes for all students. Parents are welcomed into all aspects of school life, including School Council (and subcommittees), Parents' Club, classroom assistance, working bees, and attendance at excursions. Several special events are held each year which community members are welcomed to attend and support their children. The school leadership actively advocate an open-door policy where parents are very welcome to discuss questions, ideas, issues or concerns as they arise. Compass (an online whole-school management system) has been implemented to further promote communication.