Role Learning Specialists are highly skilled classroom practitioners who spend the majority of their time delivering high‑quality teaching and learning while supporting the wider teaching workforce. Their responsibilities include teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers, and facilitating school‑based professional learning. Specialists model excellence in teaching and learning, mentor and coach teachers, and actively contribute to the improvement of student outcomes. Responsibilities Provide exemplary modelling of whole‑school teaching and learning practices aligned to VTLM 2.0 and the Science of Learning. Ensure consistent implementation of classroom routines, clear expectations, and high‑quality teaching practice across the College. Support the implementation of the College Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan to drive whole‑school improvement. Lead the development, implementation and review of a knowledge‑rich curriculum aligned to the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and VCE, ensuring coherence, rigor and clear knowledge progression. Support teachers to design and deliver high‑quality teaching and learning programs, including curriculum maps, units of work and lesson sequences aligned to explicit teaching and evidence‑based practice. Lead the development of evidence‑based assessment practices, ensuring alignment of curriculum, assessment and reporting, and consistency of judgement across the Domain. Use student learning data to monitor progress, identify trends and inform improvement initiatives within classrooms, subjects and across the Domain. Support the implementation of multi‑tiered systems of support (MTSS) within the Domain, ensuring teachers develop a comprehensive understanding of how to scaffold supports for students requiring adjustments. Lead regular Domain meetings to focus on curriculum, teaching practice and teacher accountability for the improvement of student outcomes. Coordinate and contribute to whole‑school events, including curriculum‑based showcases, information evenings, assessment periods and key College activities. Oversee the development and dissemination of clear, timely and high‑quality College communications related to the Domain, including Compass posts, newsletters, course information and parent/carer communications. Mentor and support teachers within the Domain, particularly graduate and early‑career teachers, building consistent practice and professional growth. Demonstrate a strong commitment to adult learning through active and ongoing engagement with professional reading, podcasts, digital learning content and contemporary research on how students learn, and the effective implementation of this in classroom practice. Provide a child‑safe environment in accordance with the child‑safe standards. Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and who have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity in all forms – culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualification Requirements Provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For those who completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, successful completion of a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program approved by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority. For those who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July 2016, proof of completion of the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. Benefits Collaborative and forward‑thinking staff culture that values professional learning, teaching excellence and belonging. Opportunity to influence whole‑school curriculum and pedagogy and participate in transformational change. Ongoing professional development and leadership mentoring. A chance to make a real difference in the lives of students and educators. Vision Academic excellence and young people of great character. Values Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Creativity, Community. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Learning Specialist - Domain Leader English
STATE GOVERNMENT OF VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
city of melbourne, city of melbourne
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