Teacher of Technologies (wood, metal, plastics) Years 5 - 9

Teacher of Technologies (wood, metal, plastics) Years 5 - 9

(Knowledge of Systems Engineering and/or Digitech will be an advantage)

Full-time contract replacement position commencing 27 January for all of 2022

Based at Yirramboi Campus, Keilor

Reports to

The Principal, through the Deputy Principal Head of Campus, Head of Middle School and relevant Faculty.

Position Summary

Expressions of interest are invited from outstanding teachers of Technologies (wood, metal, plastics) to teach in the Middle School (Years 5 – 8) at Yirramboi Campus in Keilor with the possibility of some Year 9 classes at the Canowindra Campus in Taylors Lakes. 

Key Qualities

The teacher we are seeking will have the following qualities:

• Enthusiasm for the ethos of the College, and a sense of excitement about learning for themselves as well as for their students.

• Detailed knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and VCE requirements as relevant to the position.

• Demonstrated expertise in teaching at relevant levels.

• Well-developed classroom management and communication skills, combined with an ability to engage students.

• Excellent general teaching skills and student-centred conceptions of knowledge.

• Strong understanding and appreciation of the social, relational, attitudinal, physical and cognitive development of students of the relevant age-groups.

• Skills in negotiating the curriculum, managing group work and catering for a wide range of interests, learning styles and abilities.

• An ability to incorporate information and communication technologies as an integral part of curriculum.

• Collaborative and proactive approaches to handling day-to-day matters.

• Willingness to contribute to Assemblies and Chapel Services.

Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience teaching technologies.

• Knowledge of Restorative Practices.

Qualifications

• VIT Registration is essential.

• Further educational qualifications will be highly regarded.

Conditions of Employment

• All teachers will hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).  It is expected that all staff will support the Christian ethos of an Anglican school.

• Overnewton College is an equal opportunity employer and enforces non-discrimination and safe working policies. All staff must be aware of, and be able to work within, Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity Legislation. 

• Overnewton College’s campuses are smoke free.

• Overnewton College has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to providing child safety, children’s wellbeing and protecting children from abuse. Ministerial Order 870 requires Overnewton College to implement child safety standards and to accommodate and take the needs of all children (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children with disabilities and children who are vulnerable) into account when creating a Child Safe environment. All staff must comply with Overnewton College’s Child Safe policies and related policies and procedures and taking all reasonable steps to promote the safety of children.

Application Process

All applicants are required to complete the appropriate application form. Applications for teaching positions which do not include evidence of registration with the Victorian Institute of Teachers (VIT) will not be considered.

Written applications addressing the key responsibilities and key qualities should be emailed to humanresources@overnewton.vic.edu.au. 

Applications will be acknowledged by email. If acknowledgement of your application has not been received after two working days, please contact Natalie Dedman (Ph: 9334 0115).

In the first instance, further enquiries about this position should be directed to the Head of Human Resources, Di Nunan (Ph: 9334 0147).

Selection Process

A preliminary short list of applicants will be prepared and first-round interviews conducted by a panel, which will include the Head of Technologies and the Head of Visual Arts. Final appointments are made by the Principal or his delegate.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday, August 24th, 2021