Year 4 Classroom Teacher

Primary objective

As a teacher and member of the school community, develop, deliver and evaluate learning programs and monitor student achievement to address individual learning needs and contribute to the achievement of the school’s goals. Liaise and coordinate activities for your teaching area within the school and wider community.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Plan, prepare and explicitly deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant curriculum policies, work programs and educational trends.
2. Support students through interaction in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.
3. Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional well-being and safety of students whilst at school. 
4. Regularly assess students(diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
5. Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders as required.
6. Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships between the school, parents and community.

Selection criteria

1. Demonstrated capability to design and implement teaching programs that cater to the diverse characteristics and needs of students, aligned with the Explicit Direct Instruction model. This includes a strong understanding of the science of reading and the science of learning, ensuring that programs are consistent with relevant curriculum policies, work programs, and current educational trends. Proficiency in applying high-impact teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes is essential.
2. In-depth knowledge of and the ability to employ effective teaching methodologies, including the use of educational technology and varied assessment strategies. This ensures the establishment of a differentiated learning environment where students are motivated to achieve their full potential. Familiarity with explicit instruction techniques and the integration of the science of learning principles is crucial.
3. Ability to communicate and relate effectively with students through appropriate interpersonal skills. 
4. Ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to establishing and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
5. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with school staff, parents and members of the local school community in order to establish and develop productive partnerships, in an intercultural environment to achieve optimal educational outcomes.
6. Commitment to maintain current and relevant professional learning and meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Further information

1. All applicants must be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and have a current Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT. 
2. All applicants completing initial teacher education (ITE) courses after 1 July 2016 are also required to provide proof of successful completion of the national Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE students.

Maria Albion, Principal, Karama School