2027 Classroom Teacher (Fixed Term)

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DIBELS training

Spelling Mastery PD

Acadience training

Explicit Maths Program training

Orton-Gillingham training

Writing Revolution training

Instructional coaching

Weekly planning release

Job summary

St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School in Melbourne is inviting passionate educators to join a faith‑based community that values academic excellence, spiritual growth, and student wellbeing. We offer evidence-based teaching training including DIBELS, Spelling Mastery, Acadience and EMP, Orton-Gillingham, Writing Revolution, ongoing coaching, and a full planning release weekly in collaborative teams.

Graduate teachers with VIT registration are encouraged to apply; sponsorship is available

Qualifications

• Experience delivering evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Ability to develop respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Current VIT registration (or eligible to apply).
• Sponsorship available for suitably qualified international candidates under MACS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with staff in professional learning communities and planning.
• Support student wellbeing and faith-based education.
• Utilise data to inform learning and teaching decisions.

Skills

Relationship building

Evidence-based teaching

Data-informed instruction

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is searching for passionate educators wanting to join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering academic excellence, spiritual growth, and social and emotional wellbeing in our students.

We are seeking teachers who share our enthusiasm for evidence-based teaching strategies. At St. Francis, you'll have the opportunity to receive:

• DIBELS and Spelling Mastery professional development
• Acadience and EMP (Explicit Maths Program) training
• Orton-Gillingham and Writing Revolution training
• Ongoing instructional coaching
• A full day planning release weekly in a collaborative team
• Positive Behaviours for Learning induction and ongoing professional development

Join our dynamic team and be part of an environment that provides a high-quality, faith-based education that prepares students for a bright and successful future. Graduate applicants are encouraged to apply. Sponsorship opportunities available for suitably qualified international candidates, who hold current VIT registration, under Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS). Salary range $79,589 to $118,063 (current EBA agreement, expected to be updated Nov 2026)

St Francis of Assisi Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

Applicants are asked to demonstrate experience in the following success criteria:

• an ability to develop and maintain respectful and caring relationships with students, families and colleagues
• an understanding and demonstrated use of evidence based best practice, particularly a strong understanding of the Science of Learning
• a capacity to use data to make informed decisions about learning and teaching
• an understanding and experience with PBL (an advantage)
• the ability to collaborate, support and contribute to the building of a professional learning culture
• the willingness to adhere to St Francis of Assisi's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct and other policies relevant to Ministerial Order 1359
• a commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children