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Ivanhoe Grammar School is a co-educational independent school with campuses in Ivanhoe, Doreen and Macleod.
A central philosophy of the School is to develop and educate people of character and this philosophy extends beyond the classroom; learning is an important aspect of life and we honour this not only as educators but as an organisation. Staff are encouraged to pursue their interests through personal development and extended learning opportunities and are supported to do and be their best.
We believe that school is defined by its people and at the heart of Ivanhoe Grammar School is a commitment to appointing great people at all levels of employment.
If your application is successful you must provide a current and valid employee Working with Children Check or Victorian Institute of Teaching Card. Recruitment and appointment of new employees is undertaken following completion of a formal application, interview and all relevant and satisfactory checks in accordance with Ivanhoe Grammar School’s policies and procedures.
Please note, only applications using the online application form will be accepted.
Teacher of English
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Only applications using the online application form will be accepted. Interviews will take place throughout this process.
About the role
The School is actively seeking a Teacher of English 0.8 FTE, with mentoring responsibilities at the School’s University Campus on the outskirts of La Trobe University. The University Campus is a dedicated Year 9 Campus offering a unique, innovative, hybrid school-university program with an emphasis on authentic, experiential, student-centred learning.
A great teacher, you have a sound understanding of the principles of schooling young adults and can teach in the subject of English in addition to facilitating an inquiry-based unit. You will also have the opportunity to be a Mentor for a specific Mentor Group.
This is a part-time position, commencing in Term 3, 2021.
The role is responsible for directing the work of Year 9 students to promote learning in English and to maximise their individual growth in a challenging and caring environment. The role delivers effective academic programs and co-curricular activities and ensures students are provided with appropriate levels of pastoral care.
About you
This role requires the essential knowledge and expertise in English together with teaching excellence. In addition, the role requires experience in facilitating inquiry learning. There is a focus on collaboration, innovation, and the ability to foster creativity, independent thinking and deep learning through varied pedagogical approaches.
The key role of Mentor involves getting to know each student and encouraging each student’s academic, and social and personal development.
To succeed in this role you will have the following knowledge, skills and qualifications:
- A high standard of teaching practice based upon an understanding of varied teaching and learning approaches.
- Sound understanding of the principles of Middle Years Schooling.
- Ability to contribute to an effective professional team with a shared vision for the schooling of adolescents.
- Interest in a curriculum that is holistic, challenging, integrative and exploratory.
- An understanding of the ways educational assessment, evaluation and reporting may promote learning and clear understanding of those procedures.
- Ability to utilise information communication technology as a vital part of the learning process.
- Ability to create learning environments where individuals feel secure and valued while challenged to define and pursue their own level of excellence.
- Clear understanding of the preferred learning styles of boys and girls responding to their needs with appropriate teaching strategies.
Key Benefits
- Highly competitive above award rate salary
- On-site car parking and cafe
- Employee Assistance Program
Please view the Position Descriptions here:
Teacher of Media
Read MoreApplications process
Only applications using the online application form will be accepted. Interviews will take place throughout this process.
About the role
The School is actively seeking a Teacher of Media 0.2 FTE working each Wednesday, at the School’s University Campus on the outskirts of La Trobe University. The University Campus is a dedicated Year 9 Campus offering a unique, innovative, hybrid school-university program with an emphasis on authentic, experiential, student-centred learning.
A great teacher, you have a sound understanding of the principles of schooling young adults and can teach in the subject of Media.
This is a part-time position, commencing in Term 3, 2021.
The role is responsible for directing the work of Year 9 students to promote learning in Media and to maximise their individual growth in a challenging and caring environment. The role delivers effective academic programs and co-curricular activities and ensures students are provided with appropriate levels of pastoral care.
About you
This role requires the essential knowledge and expertise in Media together with teaching excellence. There is a focus on collaboration, innovation, and the ability to foster creativity, independent thinking and deep learning through varied pedagogical approaches.
To succeed in this role you will have the following knowledge, skills and qualifications:
- A high standard of teaching practice based upon an understanding of varied teaching and learning approaches.
- Sound understanding of the principles of Middle Years Schooling.
- Ability to contribute to an effective professional team with a shared vision for the schooling of adolescents.
- Interest in a curriculum that is holistic, challenging, integrative and exploratory.
- An understanding of the ways educational assessment, evaluation and reporting may promote learning and clear understanding of those procedures.
- Ability to utilise information communication technology as a vital part of the learning process.
- Ability to create learning environments where individuals feel secure and valued while challenged to define and pursue their own level of excellence.
- Clear understanding of the preferred learning styles of boys and girls responding to their needs with appropriate teaching strategies.
Key Benefits
- Highly competitive above award rate salary
- On-site car parking and cafe
- Employee Assistance Program
Please view the Position Descriptions here:
Vocal and Choral Specialist
Read MoreApplications process
Only applications using the online application form will be accepted.
Ivanhoe Grammar School is a multi-campus co-educational School with a proud history of academic achievement and co-curricular opportunity.
We are currently seeking a highly qualified vocal and choral specialist who is available to start at the beginning of Term 3. Located at our Ivanhoe campus this role is casual, and the hours of work may vary from week to week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teaching of Private vocal students
- Directing multiple Choirs across the school including conducting rehearsals, which are timetabled over the course of a week (both during school time and after school)
- Available to attend Music Camps
Knowledge and skills:
- Relevant Tertiary music qualifications
- Experiencedvocal and choral specialist, with piano skills
- Vibrant and inspiring with the ability to engage students from Years 7 – 12
- High level of organisation skills
- Flexible and accommodating with extra events as they may arise
- Can work as a part of a team as well as independently, within a busy and creative music department
Benefits
- On-site car parking
- Modern facilities
- Part of a supportive and highly experienced team
This position has the possibility to grow which would be strongly supported by the department.
Employment is subject to the provision of a current Employee Working with Children Check, current VIT Registration would be advantageous.
Applications process
Ivanhoe Grammar School values student safety, including child safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School’s policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy.
Interviews will be conducted throughout the application process and should the right person be found; applications would close immediately. The closing date is Monday 5 July.
There will be a practical component required for the shortlisted individuals.
Only applications using the online application form will be accepted
