Teacher - VCE Vocational Major

Job Description

Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder. Personalised for INTERNATIONAL students. International student means; you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder. Deliver a course that is in high demand with passionate students. Annual Salary L1-L3 $78,564 - $107,995 (pro rata 0.8 FTE) Located at our Epping Campus, close to public transport and secure onsite parking. About the Organisation: Melbourne Polytechnic is a learning organisation that has been delivering vocational training since 1912. Learning at Melbourne Polytechnic is a unique experience with an applied focus. Delivered by teachers with real-world experience and expertise. At Melbourne Polytechnic, we are committed to providing high quality, innovative, applied and future-focused, purposeful education and training to students, industry, and communities. Our teachers are passionate and established in their professions and look to guide students in theirs. We know that circumstances can create barriers to learning, so we offer our students personalised pathways, flexible study options, and learning support. About the Role: This position is responsible for quality teaching and assessing of the Victorian Certificate of Education – Vocational Major (VCE VM) at Melbourne Polytechnic. Inspire the Next Generation with VCE VM Education Are you passionate about equipping students with real-world skills and preparing them for successful futures? As a Melbourne Polytechnic VCE VM Teacher, you will play a crucial role in designing and delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences that empower students to thrive in education, employment, and beyond. We’re looking for a dedicated educator who can create a supportive and dynamic learning environment and collaborate with colleagues to engage with innovative teaching strategies, such as Applied, Integrated, and Project-Based Learning frameworks. As a teacher at a Non-School Provider of VCE VM, you will enjoy working with the team to structure your teaching and classroom to best meet the students’ needs. You will reignite a love of learning by fostering personal growth and equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to improve their career opportunities and future success. If you are ready to think about education differently and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you! Duties: Collaborate with program leaders and curriculum specialists to develop and deliver engaging VCE VM programs aligned with VCAA requirements. Design and maintain learning resources, assessments, and student programs that foster education and employment pathways. Establish a supportive learning environment, encouraging student responsibility and engagement. Manage student records, including attendance, progress, and assessment, ensuring compliance with institutional and contractual requirements. Facilitate work placements and vocational experiences, supporting students' career development. Participate in team teaching, mentoring, and professional collaboration to enhance learning outcomes. Provide pre-course guidance, student selection, enrolment, and induction support, as well as staff mentoring. Organize and support excursions, incursions, and group projects to enrich learning. Maintain stakeholder communication, offering expert advice on student learning and employer training needs. Uphold Child Safe Standards, integrating student well-being into daily teaching practices. Must hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration. A postgraduate secondary teaching qualification with recent experience in VCE VM or pre-vocational youth programs. Strong understanding of applied learning principles, learner-centred teaching, and effective teaching methodologies tailored for pre-vocational youth programs, including at-risk students. Ability to plan, schedule, and meet deadlines while working both independently and collaboratively. Proven capacity to liaise with the Program Coordinator on student and case management matters. Skilled in using diverse teaching and assessment strategies, with effective student management techniques that foster engagement and success. Capacity to initiate and implement change, responding proactively to evolving department needs and priorities. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with a professional and collaborative approach. Ability to develop partnerships and networks to enhance student engagement, career opportunities, and post-study pathways. Competent in digital learning tools, e-learning platforms, and reporting systems. Knowledge of and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Anti-Discrimination, Quality Assurance, and Continuous Improvement. Must be able to obtain a National Police Check. Desirable Qualification: TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent, including units on Assessment Tools (TAEASS502) and Adult Literacy & Numeracy (TAELLN411 or TAELLN401A). How to Apply: Please submit the following documents for your application to be considered: Current CV Cover Letter (Please ensure that you address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description) If you email us, please make sure you put the job title and job number in the subject line. Please note, applications received via email will not be considered - you must apply via the website. Candidates must hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC). A lodgement receipt is not a valid alternative; the approval email with the lodgement of a WWCC card number can be accepted. A National Police Check is required for the successful applicant. We will be shortlisting immediately. Don’t delay, apply today! Recruitment Agencies Please be aware for us to engage with you, we require internal pre-approval and you must be on the State Purchasing Contract (for Victorian government common use goods and services). We will engage with you and your agency once we have the approvals. Diversity and Inclusion Melbourne Polytechnic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation, by ensuring that children and young people are protected from abuse or harm. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. This means we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, people who are LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job, with age being no barrier. #J-18808-Ljbffr