Classroom Teacher

Location Profile

Merriang Special Developmental School is a dual campus, government specialist school located in the City of Whittlesea.

The Later Years Campus and main administration offices are located in Duncan Road Lalor and is attended by secondary aged students, whilst primary aged students attend the Early Years Campus located in South Morang.

The schools vision is ' To lead special education through exemplary and innovative practice'. Our school values of Safety, Respect and Active Learning align to the schools expected behaviours of Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be a Learner. 

The school continues to promote a positive learning environment through SWPBS and our behaviour purpose statement reflects this commitment 'Merriang promotes effective, social and purposeful learning by creating a safe and positive school environment. Through predictable and consistent school wide behavioural learning expectations we will empower, engage and support all members of the school community."

Selection Criteria

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. 

SC3    Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on s…