Secondary Visual Arts Teacher
- Tarneit, VIC
- $79,000-118,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Located in Melbourne's vibrant western suburbs, this innovative and supportive F-9 school is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Secondary Visual Arts Teacher for Years 7-9. This full-time position commences mid-August.With around 1,000 students from Foundation to Year 9, the school prides itself on a warm, inclusive culture that prioritises student wellbeing, collaboration, and high-quality teaching. As a Visual Arts specialist, you'll have access to well-resourced studios, strong leadership support, and a community that embraces creativity, hands-on learning, and continuous professional growth.This is an exciting opportunity to inspire artistic expression, develop students' practical and critical thinking skills, and play a key role in a school that values both its staff and the arts.Apply now to join a forward-thinking, community-focused school committed to excellence in education and the creative arts.Key duties:
- Develop and deliver a comprehensive Visual Arts curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, covering diverse techniques, mediums, and concepts.
- Create engaging, differentiated lessons incorporating hands-on projects, demonstrations, discussions, and art history.
- Manage art studio resources, ensuring a safe and organised learning environment.
- Teach a range of disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, photography, and digital media.
- Assess student skills and creativity through critiques, portfolio reviews, and exhibitions.
- Organise and curate art displays to showcase student work within the school and community.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary and cross-curricular projects.
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
- Current VIT registration
- Demonstrate previous teaching or placement experience in teaching Secondary Art in Australia/NZ
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
- Teach engaging Years 7-9 Visual Arts classes in a full-time role, inspiring creativity and practical skills in your students
- Commence mid-August, joining a welcoming and collaborative team eager to support your transition
- Be part of a vibrant and fast-growing F-9 school community of 1,000 students, built on a foundation of collaboration, wellbeing, and student-centred learning
- Work with a supportive leadership team in an environment that values innovation, ongoing professional development, and meaningful teacher impact
- Receive a competitive salary aligned to your experience - $79,000 to $118,000
- A thriving F-9 school with approximately 1,000 students, offering a diverse and vibrant learning environment
- Supportive and approachable leadership, with smaller team structures that encourage collaboration and connection
- Well respected within the local community for its strong focus on student wellbeing, academic excellence, and inclusivity
- Collaborative planning model with consistent opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and growth
- Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
- Relevant and real information about roles
- No joining fees/other fees
- Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
- Interview tips and preparation provided
- Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis