Classroom Teacher

St Margaret Mary's School; Victoria; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

St Margaret Mary's is a school that emphasises safety, wellbeing and high-quality education within the Catholic ethos. Teachers are committed to applying evidence-based pedagogies and collaborating with colleagues to enhance student outcomes and create community among learners.

The school upholds zero tolerance for child abuse and prioritises the safety of all children and young people. It seeks culturally sensitive practices and strong relationships with students, staff and parents to support

Job description

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Teachers at St Margaret Mary’s are committed to the learning and wellbeing of the students they teach and make a significant contribution to the communities in which they work. They respect the individuality, capacity and backgrounds of their students and maintain high expectations for student learning.

Teachers are committed to the continuous development of their professional knowledge and practice. They are well supported to work collaboratively, using research and evidence derived from theory and practice, to improve student outcomes and build effective communities of learners.

St Margaret Mary's is a school with the following practices:

• School Wide Positive Behaviours
• Instructional Learning
• Inquiry Based Learning
• Facilitated and team based planning
• Student voice and student leadership

The successful applicant will be committed to:

• Supporting the Catholic ethos of the school
• Expert teaching, innovative and researched pedagogical practices and using data to drive learning and teaching
• Implementing the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 underpinned by MACS Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement
• Provide engaging contemporary learning opportunities across the curriculum
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Work collaboratively with peers in a team environment to optimise learning for students
• Have a strong understanding of the child safe standards and relevant policies

St Margaret Mary's is committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

This will be the primary focus of our care and decision-making.

St Margaret Mary's has zero tolerance for child abuse.

St Margaret Mary's is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Particular attention will be paid to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability.

Every person involved in St Margaret Mary's has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role he/she plays individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all children and young people is at the forefront of all they do and every decision they make.