About the Role:

Key duties:

• Plan and deliver VCE Visual Communication curriculum in line with relevant standards.
• Develop engaging lessons that cover key design concepts, skills, and assessments.
• Facilitate practical learning in areas such as graphic design, typography, illustration, photography, and digital media.
• Design and assess student work, providing timely, constructive feedback.
• Integrate industry-standard software and technology into teaching.
• Participate in professional development to stay current with design trends and practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to enrich the program and provide real-world learning experiences.

Skills & Experience:

• Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
• Maintain a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
• Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Demonstrate previous experience in teaching VCE VCD in Australia/NZ
• Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).

Offering:

• Commencing as full time role beginning from Term 3
• Teach Visual Communication Design to Years 11-12 within a school that celebrates and prioritises the Arts.
• Join a highly supportive team with accessible, transparent leadership and a collaborative culture.
• Work in modern, purpose-built facilities with aesthetically designed classrooms that inspire creativity.
• Be part of a school community where the Arts are deeply valued and actively integrated across the curriculum.

The School:

• Senior secondary setting with approximately 900 students across Years 11 and 12.
• Supportive leadership and small team structures foster strong collaboration and purposeful planning.
• Committed to holistic education that supports both academic and personal growth.
• Modern facilities and a strong focus on ongoing professional development.
• Walking distance to public transport (train and bus).

Why work with Tradewind?

The Benefits:

• 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

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-caliber teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your application by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Applications will be reviewed and screen upon submission.

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 or email [email protected]

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.