Secondary Italian LOTE Teacher

Job Description

About the Role: An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Italian teacher to join a supportive school in Melbourne's West. The school values its robust Italian language program, featuring excellent facilities, a dedicated team of LOTE educators, and a well-established sister school partnership in Italy. This part-time position offers the chance to teach years 7, 8, and 10 in a collegial environment where innovation, cultural appreciation, and student engagement are at the core of learning. If you're eager to inspire students through language and cultural connections, apply today! Key Duties: Develop age-appropriate and engaging curriculum plans that align with the Victorian Curriculum for Secondary levels. Deliver effective and interactive Italian language instruction, focusing on vocabulary, pronunciation, and language structures. Introduce aspects of Italian culture into lessons through age-appropriate activities, stories, and projects to foster cultural awareness. Design assessments to evaluate language acquisition and provide constructive feedback to students. Collaborate with other teachers and departments to integrate Italian language and culture into broader educational themes and projects. Stay informed about developments in language education, attend workshops, and engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and methodologies. Skills & Experience: Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia. Must have VIT registration. Demonstrate previous experience in teaching secondary Italian LOTE within Australia. Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable). Offering: Teach Italian LOTE to students in Years 7-8 and Year 10 within a supportive and engaging environment. Join a collaborative team of 5 dedicated educators committed to innovative and high-quality language teaching. Be part of a robust Italian program with exciting opportunities through a sister school partnership in Italy. Competitive salary: $78K-$116K + Super (based on experience). The School: Vibrant secondary school with approximately 1,500 students from Years 7-12, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Benefit from an approachable and supportive leadership team that values staff well-being and collaboration. Access extensive professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and grow your teaching career. Join a school community committed to academic excellence, student engagement, and staff support. How to Apply: To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website. For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on Education Permanent Team at (03) 9110-0091 or email your interest and your CV to us. Tradewind Australia is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disabilities and lived experience to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr