MacKillop Education is a Catholic Specialist P-12 School that comprises of four school campuses in VIC; Geelong, Maidstone, Clifton Hill and Caulfield. It caters for children and young people who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from mainstream education. The students referred to MacKilllop have a history and/or ongoing experience of trauma and their needs are complex and diverse; self-regulation is difficult for our students and this can result in challenging social and emotional behaviours.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Generalist Teacher will work collaboratively to develop and deliver highly effective and engaging learning programs that are suited to the diverse needs of our students and meet the requirements of the Victorian Curriculum, and senior pathways.
The Generalist Teacher will design and deliver learning programs that meet the needs of all students and is compliant with curriculum requirements. This includes classroom teaching and 1:1 intensive student support as required. Experience delivering the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and/or the VCE VM (Vocational Major) will be considered an advantage.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver trauma-informed, inclusive teaching aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and student needs
- Plan and implement tailored learning programs to meet diverse student needs
- Build strong relationships and collaborate with families and care teams to support student wellbeing and learning plans
- Monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and provide regular feedback
- Contribute to a positive, supportive school environment through teamwork, supervision, and professional development while upholding MacKillop values and frameworks
- Collaborate with the wider team to enhance learning and wellbeing outcomes
- Supervise students and support excursions and transitions
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We have 1x fixed-term full time (until January 2027) opportunity available based in Geelong, VIC within our MacKillop Education Program.
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KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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A four-year teaching qualification or equivalent and eligibility for Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
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Demonstrated understanding of and experience in implementing highly aspirational initiatives in student learning, informed by the Victorian Curriculum
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Experience in the design, delivery and assessment of programs that cater for the diverse and complex needs of individual learners, and engage students who have a range of learning difficulties and challenging behaviours
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Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and creatively with colleagues to improve the quality of programs and enhance student outcomes
You must have a:
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Valid and current Driver’s Licence.
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Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop);
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Valid Employee Working with Children Check.
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Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (for risk assessed / client facing roles). MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application
We value the unique knowledge, perspectives, and cultural contributions of First Nations peoples. Your experience and insights are important to us, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
For more information, please contact: Laura Vassallo (Principal) at [email protected]
Please address the full Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application. To view the PD, please click APPLY.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Generous salary and leave entitlements in line with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022.
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More money in your pocket – up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
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Wellbeing that matters - Free, confidential support for mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
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Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillop’s work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, evidence supported, whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.
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First Nations career pathways – Warrungarli Strategy supporting recruitment, retention and professional development
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Community & connection – Opportunity to join Ngindaay Guumaldanha, our Aboriginal Staff Network
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free and confidential counselling, coaching and emotional support for work and personal challenges.
OUR COMMITMENT:
MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person’s ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.
It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible
