<p><strong>An Opportunity</strong></p><p>Luther College seeks to appoint the services of an enthusiastic and creative classroom Dance and Drama teacher to join our talented learning team, commencing Term 1, 2025. This is an ongoing, full time or part time teaching position. This role requires a passion for the performing arts, a strong understanding of dance and drama education and a commitment to cultivating a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Experience in VCE Dance would be advantageous.</p><p>The successful candidate will have a high level of understanding and experience of restorative practices and psychology of positive education that enhance student engagement in alignment with pedagogical and wellbeing practices.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>You are a teacher who is always learning and improving your practice, passionate about supporting students to become independent in their learning. A teacher who is committed to the holistic development of students in partnership with parents. A strong communicator with great interpersonal skills, you are aware of your impact on all community members and intuitively adjust your style to meet the needs of our students and families.</p><p><strong>About the College</strong></p><p>Luther College is a faith-based coeducational secondary school driving innovative, contemporary teaching and learning.  We are committed to preparing young people for life through the provision of rich and personalised learning experiences that encourage student agency and develop the essential knowledge, skills and attributes that our young people need to contribute confidently to community. </p><p>Located in the Melbourne suburb of Croydon Hills, just minutes from the picturesque Yarra Valley, Luther College is proud to offer a values-based, Lutheran educational service that promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity. </p><p><strong>The Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply via the college employment webpage, addressing your application to the Principal, uploading the following documentation:</p><ul><li>A cover letter </li><li>Curriculum Vitae including a list of three professional referees</li><li>Written Statement addressing the key selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description</li><li>Evidence of a valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration</li><li>Evidence of your right to work in Australia (copy of your passport or birth certificate)</li></ul><p>Applicants must be willing to support the college’s approach to excellence in Christian co-education.</p><p>Applications close: <strong>Friday 25 October 2024.</strong></p><p>The college reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.</p><p>For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact Tim Martin, Director of People and Development, on 9724 2000.</p><p><strong>Our Commitment to Child Safety</strong></p><p>All students who attend Luther College have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The college has a commitment to child safety and all staff will be responsible for understanding, applying and promoting the college’s commitment to child safety, and its related policies and procedures.</p><p>Luther College requires all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and comply with the college’s Child Protection Program as a prerequisite condition of employment. </p><p>Visit our website for more information and for a copy of our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Program – Child Safety Adult Code of Conduct (<a href="http://www.luther.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">www.luther.vic.edu.au</a>).</p>