1. EDFGC 5809 Teacher as a Professional
Monday 19th June 2017

2. Overview of Day
9.30am am: Reflection on reading Reflection on the visit to Ballarat Specialist School (Lyndsey) 11.00am pm: Teaching philosophy Writing to the selection criteria Writing a CV Writing a Cover Letter (Lyndsey) 12.30pm pm: Lunch 1.30pm pm: Teacher as a Researcher (Maxine) 2.30pm pm: Teacher as a Researcher (Jessica Gorvin) 3.30pm pm: Assessment Task 2 – Group work

3. Personal Teaching Philosophy
What is a personal teaching philosophy?
Reading: Instilling a personal teaching philosophy in pre-service teachers: Vitally important but not always easy to achieve (Soccorsi, 2013)
Read the article
Discuss/Report

4. Personal Teaching Philosophy
Written into the personal teaching philosophy is what teachers believe and value about teaching. As well as how students learn best.
Define the relationship between personal beliefs, pedagogy and classroom practice.
‘Experiences influence beliefs and beliefs influence practice’
Maynes, Allison & Julien-Schultz (2012, p. 69)

5. Personal Teaching Philosophy
In groups of 4 read the Personal Teaching Statement examples
Using the 10 questions in Soccorsi’s (2013) article examine the teaching statement.
Report to group
Write your own teaching statement

6. Applying for a Job

7. Applying for a Job
To apply for a job in Victorian Government schools go to:
Explore the website/find a job advertisement

8. Graduate Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of initiatives in student learning including the Principles of Learning and Teaching P-12 and the Assessment and Reporting Advice and the ability to implement curriculum programs consistent with their intent. 

9. Graduate Selection Criteria
SC2 Demonstrate an understanding of how students learn and effective classroom teaching strategies and the capacity to work with colleagues to continually improve teaching and learning.

10. Graduate Selection Criteria
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.

11. Graduate Selection Criteria
SC4 Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high level interpersonal skills including a capacity to develop constructive relationships with students, parents and other staff.

12. Graduate Selection Criteria
SC5 Demonstrated commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice.

13. SC6 Demonstrated ability to use Student Learning Data to plan and implement a differentiated classroom program.
SC6 Demonstrated ability to plan and implement a sequential junior and middle school Physical Education program.
SC6 Demonstrated understanding of Japanese culture and language and the capacity to develop and implement an effective Japanese language program.
SC6 Demonstrated ability to create a supportive classroom environment where positive student welfare and management practices are implemented.
SC6 Demonstrated capacity to engage children of all ability levels in their learning, including children with severe learning and behavioural needs.
SC6 Demonstrated knowledge and competency in the use of Information and Communication Technology to support learning within the classroom, including the effective use of interactive whiteboards.

14. Selection Criteria To answer the criteria use the following:
Think about some experiences at your placement school and where does it fit into the criteria
Tell a story about student improvement
What you did
Actions you took
Outcome of the actions

15. Selection Criteria
Working in a small group brainstorm a list of experiences to include in the selection criteria as per previous slide. Create a poster Share with class

16. Curriculum Vitae

17. Curriculum Vitae Personal Details Name: Address: Contact Phone: Email:
Education:
Federation University
Other Qualifications:

18. Curriculum Vitae
Career Objective: To create a safe, positive, supportive, engaging and caring learning environment that allows all students to reach their full potential. Pre - Service Teaching Experience: 2018 XXX Primary School Year 3 / 4 Result: High Distinction During this placement I designed an Integrated Curriculum Unit using Bloom’s Taxonomy focussing on Environmental Sustainability.

19. Curriculum Vitae 2017 XXX Primary School Year: Foundation
Result: High Distinction
This placement provided me with a sound introduction to the Early Years Literacy and Numeracy Programs.
Year 5 / 6
Result: Pass
During this placement I designed and implemented an Integrated Curriculum Unit on Discovering Australia using the inquiry approach with students to facilitate their learning.

20. Curriculum Vitae Voluntary Experience Professional Development
Work Experience
Personal Qualities:
Caring, Enthusiastic, Conscientious, Responsible, Reflective, Resilient, Diligent, Optimistic, Persistent, Organised, Creative, Innovative

21. Curriculum Vitae
Include your own Personal Teaching Statement

22. Referees X 3
Mrs XXXX Year 5/6 Classroom Teacher / Practicum 2 Mentor XXXXXX Primary School XXXXXX VIC 3300 Phone Number: XXXX will be able to indicate my capacity to differentiate curriculum when working with a diverse range of abilities and my commitment to developing engaging lessons for all students.

23. Cover Letter

24. Covering Letter
Name Address Contact Phone: Mr XXXX Principal XXXX Primary School XXXX VIC 3300 Re: Graduate Teacher Position – Reference

25. Dear Mr XXX and Panel Members,
I wish to apply for the Graduate Teacher position offered within your school through Recruitment Online, as advertised on the DEECD (Jobs in Victorian Government Schools) website.
I am graduating from Federation University (Ballarat) with a Master of Teaching (Primary) this year. I am a conscientious and enthusiastic teacher seeking entry into the teaching profession. My professional experiences have reinforced my passion for teaching and learning and the importance of working collaboratively with associate teachers. With further experience in a school environment and opportunities to maintain and extend my learning, I hope to continue growing as the exemplary teacher I aspire to be.
The culture supporting education encourages a strong sense of community within schools, thus promoting a safe place for students to learn. Following the completion of a practicum at your school this year and spending some time volunteering, I took note of the positive sense of community within the school and the dedicated and friendly nature of staff. If I were to gain a position at XXX Primary School, I would endeavour to maintain this culture and commit to making an active contribution to programs such as the Science Night, Family Picnic, Arts Performances and other extra-curricula activities.
Throughout my practicum experiences, I have been able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with a variety of staff from a variety of schools. This has assisted my growth as a teacher and my professional development, as it has allowed me to experience different teaching methods and a variety of classroom management strategies and styles. I believe strongly in the ‘team’ culture within schools and that school staff, prepared to share knowledge, talents and skills, promote excellence in education.
Please find attached my Curriculum Vitae and responses to the Selection Criteria, as outlined in the advertised position. If you have further questions regarding this application, please don’t hesitate to contact me on the details provided. Thank you for taking the time to read my application.
Yours sincerely,
XXXX