Province: Victoria
Description:
Job Details
Job ID:
1026317
Classroom Teacher – Special Education
Job Title:
Nelson Park School
Location:
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary:
Fixed Term
Department:
Location:
Nelson Park School (Multiple Location Campus)
Nelson Park School
Classification:
Classroom Teacher
Job Title:
Classroom Teacher – Special Education
Subject/Duties:
Level:
Begin Date:
End Date:
2016/01/27
2017/01/27
Regular/Temporary:
Fixed Term
Hours:
38.00
Reference #:
1026317
Contact Name:
Elizabeth Gatgens
Phone:
035/278-3620
School Website:
nelson.park.sch@edumail.vic.gov.au
Apply By:
2015/10/01
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Location Profile
Nelson Park is a dynamic specialist setting which embraces educational excellence.
Beliefs and Understandings:-
. Each student can achieve individual higher standards given time and support.
. Teachers plan and implement challenging programs that are student appropriate.
. We promote quality partnerships with home and community.
Nelson Park was established in 1967 and caters for students between the ages of 5 – 18 years in the Geelong region with mild intellectual disabilities. Current enrolment at the school is around 380, with a small number of students on part-time placement. The main campus is situated in Bell Park, with a second campus located in Corio. The school is supported by one Principal and three Assistant Principals across the Primary and Secondary schools.
Students travel by contracted school buses from Geelong and district. Older students are encouraged to travel to school independently by public transport.
`Education for Life’ reflects the school’s commitment to optimising the independence of each student. The Nelson Park school community is committed to:-
. Improving student learning.
. Developing the full potential of each student.
. Providing support to parents and caregivers.
. Promoting programs that will develop knowledge, attitudes and skills that will enhance quality of life
. Working as a highly effective team.
Students are supported within a multi-disciplinary framework that includes parents, caregivers, special trained teachers and assistants, a therapy team, student well being officers, welfare workers and guidance officers.
The curriculum at Nelson Park School provides appropriate, challenging and engaging learning opportunities within a safe and supportive environment. It develops in each student the essential skills and knowledge for life and prepares them to function as responsible, productive citizens. Through the principles of teaching and learning we endeavour to equip students with vitality for living.
A vibrant Outdoor Education program ensures that all students have access to a yearly camping experience, progressing from overnight to interstate/overseas trips. Groups of students participate in the Blackwood Super Ride and the Great Victorian Bike Ride. Students also have the opportunity to participate in canoeing, sailing and horse riding.
Nelson Park and Northern Bay College have developed an exciting Outdoor Education Centre at Staughton Vale. The ongoing success and further development of this centre is an important commitment of this school, the rebuilding process following the bushfire is complete and occupancy compliancy is under development.
Students also access Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy individually, in small groups or through consultation with the classroom teacher and the family.
Nelson Park also offers consultancy services in the areas of Autism, Health and Human Relations, Teacher Aides, Challenging Behaviours, Curriculum/Special Needs and Life Skills.
The school is resourced with four buses that enable transport within the community for life skill development programs.
Nelson Park provides attractive and safe buildings, grounds and equipment that stimulate and enhance a positive working atmosphere for students and staff.
Prep to 9 Curriculum:-
During these years we provide a comprehensive curriculum which incorporates the individual academic, physical, social, personal and technological needs of students into their daily learning experiences.
Programs cater for the individual learning styles and needs of students, providing them with the opportunity to achieve positive learning outcomes, build on prior knowledge and skills, and experience success.
The curriculum is based on the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) and covers the domains of English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Personal Learning, Interpersonal Development, Civics and Citizenship, Communication, Design, Creativity and Technology, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), and Thinking Processes.
Domains are incorporated into Integrated Unit studies. These are based around meaningful and relevant topics to help students develop greater understanding and skills about the world around them.
The Early Years Numeracy and Literacy programs are integral parts of the curriculum. These are modified to suit the needs of the students.
The Early Years Numeracy Program concentrates primarily on Money, Time and Number. The program encourages students to experiment with and explore a wide range of materials, participate in practical activities that teach and reinforce concepts, develop an understanding of basic maths and develop problem solving skills.
The Early Years Literacy Program focuses on developing reading, writing and speaking and listening skills through shared and guided reading activities, the use of learning centre activities, handwriting and motor skills and phonemic awareness.
Teachers in the early Years classes use the Developmental Play and language experience approach to teach and reinforce the components of the Literacy program.
An extensive range of programs reflects the school’s focus on maximum growth and development for students. Specialist teaching programs are offered to students in Art, Construction, Computer, Health and Physical Education, Outdoor Education, Performing Arts (music, dance & drama) and Homecrafts. Further programming includes Health and Human Relations, Library, Environmental Education, Sunsmart Education, Swimming, Student Representative Council, Speech Therapy, Transition to Futures for Young Adults programs, Work Experience, Work Crews and Self Esteem and Enrichment programs.
All classes access a camp during the year. These range from an overnight sleepover to several nights away. Class teachers integrate camp preparation and reflection into classroom programs.
Specialised strategies for maximising learning for students with Autism are integrated across the curriculum.
The `Starting Right’ Program is implemented for the first two weeks at the beginning of each school year. This program is used to establish the culture and environment in each classroom and develop relationships between all class members. Aspects of `Starting Right’ are revisited at the beginning of each new term. The school is has developed a set of School Rules for both students and staff to abide by making the school and safe and secure learning environment. .
Laptop Program:-
Every student in Year 7 to 9 takes part in the Laptop Program purchasing a computer from the school at reduced cost and or using a laptop provided by the school.
Learning technologies are incorporated into all learning areas. All classes have access to computers in each classroom as well as in the computer lab where skills are taught individually and in small groups. Interactive Whiteboards are integrated into our Teaching & Learning practices.
SENIOR SECONDARY
From Yr 10 onwards, all students are able to participate in Work Experience on a weekly basis for 2 1/2 years learning and developing skills to participate in the work force.
The Nelson Park and Northern Bay College partnership operate a Trade Training Centre that supports the vocational education development of our students.
Later Years of Schooling – Years 10-12:-
Students in the later years of schooling are offered a pathway via 3 distinct programs; the Personal and Applied Learning program (PAL), the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning program (VCAL), and the Community and Applied Learning program (CAL). These programs are offered over a three year period.
Personal and Applied Learning (PAL):-
The PAL curriculum endeavours to enhance students’ competencies, and contribute towards future independence by extending beyond the VELS to include real life experiences at school, home and within the community, in conjunction with more formal learning
The curriculum is structured into three learning areas:-
Community Engagement, Independent Living, Vocational Pathways and includes skill and knowledge development in Literacy Numeracy, Work Experience, Career Development, Health and Human Relations, Social Skill Development, Food Preparation and Canteen work crew.
Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL):-
The VCAL curriculum provides a diverse range of hands-on learning opportunities and experiences to support student pathways into further education, training and employment.
The curriculum is designed around student needs and incorporates the following:-
. Literacy, numeracy, VET prac options, work related skills, personal development skills
. Preparation for employment, work experience, volunteer work
. VCE health and human development, VCE food & technology camps
. Community partnerships, interstate trip
Students undertake a work experience placement, structured work placement or Post School Options sampling one day per week off campus.
Nelson Park has a strong partnership with a number of community services and organisations supporting the development of hands-on skills and knowledge necessary for Pathways planning.
Community and Applied Learning Program (CAL):-
The CAL curriculum endeavours to enhance students’ competencies, and contribute towards future independence by developing and extending real life experiences and hands-on skill development. This program takes students into the community to learn and work. A strong focus is maintained in functional literacy and numeracy together with project based learning opportunities to develop 21st Century skills.
. Practical literacy, Practical numeracy, Work experience,
. Career Education/work crew/work related skills/OH&S, Project based learning, VET
. Integrated studies, Health & human development
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated understanding of initiatives in student learning including the Standards, the Principles of Learning and Teaching P-12 and Assessment and Reporting Advice and the capacity to implement curriculum programs consistent with their intent.
SC2 Demonstrated high level classroom teaching skills and the capacity to work with colleagues to continually improve teaching and learning.
SC3 Demonstrated ability to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.
SC4 Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high level interpersonal skills including a capacity to develop constructive relationships with students, parents and other staff.
SC5 Demonstrated commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a commitment to ongoing professional learning to enable further development of skills, expertise and teaching capacity.
SC6 Ability to demonstrate skills and knowledge in understanding and managing challenging behaviours in a learning environment.
Role
The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.
As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.
Classroom teacher Range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.
A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.
Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to: – Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students – Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity – Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning – Supervise and train one or more student teachers – Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.
Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.
At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.
Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.
Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.
Responsibilities
The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
- Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
- Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
- Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
- Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
- Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.
Who May Apply
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
The Department values diversity and is committed to workforce diversity and equal opportunity in schools and all education workplaces. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
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