Years 5-8 Coordinator

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia. 

About ACC Victoria Online

ACC Victoria Online is located 45 minutes Southeast of Melbourne and delivers online schooling for Year 5-12 students who live all over Victoria For more information please visit our website https://www.acc.edu.au/victoria-online/

We’re praying for the right staff to come and join this growing team for the exciting opportunities in ACC.

Years 5-8 Coordinator Role

The Year 5-8 Coordinator provides pastoral, academic and organisational leadership for students in Years 5 to 8 at ACC Victoria Online (ACCVO). The position exists to ensure that students are known, supported and appropriately challenged as they transition into and through online secondary learning.

Working under the leadership of the Head of Distance Education, the Coordinator monitors student engagement, attendance, learning progress, wellbeing and behaviour; supports teachers and families; and builds a cohesive culture of belonging, responsibility and Christian formation across Years 5 to 8.

Ideally leadership applicants are able to fulfil one or more of the below teaching roles:

• Biology
• Business Management
• Legal Studies
• Media
• Visual Communication and Design
• Applied Computing
• Physical Education
• Accounting

We welcome applications from teachers seeking full-time or part-time employment, with teaching loads and leadership combinations open to negotiation depending on the applicant's experience, subject areas and availability.

The leadership position commences Term 1, 2027.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation that welcomes all children, young people and their families.
• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students.
• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.
• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.
• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in our school environment. When child safety concerns are raised or identified, we treat these seriously and respond promptly and thoroughly.
• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.
• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics, such as racism or homophobia, are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.
• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and well-being and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.
• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child-safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and implement a range of teaching programs or courses of study;
• Competent in the use of ICT learning platforms, in particular, Canvas;
• Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to engage students in online learning
• Demonstrate a commitment to improving professional practice through coaching and professional development
• Provide a child-safe environment in accordance with the child-safe standards;
• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;
• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;
• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;
• Ensure students’ views are taken seriously and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives;
• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;
• Teach an area of the curriculum to senior year levels and develop online VCE courses for delivery;
• Maintain records of class attendance and record student progress;
• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;
• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia
• Proof of identity
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check (where applicable)
• Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Statements of service from previous child-connected roles
• References from previous child-connected roles

You will:

• Be a committed Christian, comfortable with sharing your faith
• Be committed to improving student academic outcomes
• Have high expectations for what students are capable of, both academically and behaviourally
• Relate well to staff, students and parents.
• Have a servant heart
• Have demonstrated excellent organisational skills

About you

• Be able to display the capacity to improve student learning outcomes.

• Be able to demonstrate excellent teaching as described by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

• Be able to receive feedback on your teaching and implement changes.

• Be able to effectively plan for, collect and analyse educational data, then devise appropriate strategies and interventions to improve student outcomes. 

Benefits

• Leadership allowance in addition to base salary.
• Work within a team that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture. 
• Attractive salary package (including salary packaging options).
• Employee discounts program with 15-50% off leading retail brands.
• EAP Program with free counselling.
• Play an active part in growing the school and providing quality Christian care to students.