Classroom Teacher Beginning Term 1, 2027

catholic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Christopher’s Primary School in Melbourne is seeking a Classroom Teacher for a full-time fixed contract for 2027, with potential extension beyond 2027. The successful candidate will join a dynamic teaching team and meet MACS 2030 Vision for Instruction and Engagement.

Graduates are encouraged to apply. The position begins January 27, 2027 and is based at a Catholic primary school focused on inclusive education, student wellbeing, and a strong community partnership.

Qualifications

• Strong relationship skills with students, staff and parents.
• Commitment to MACS 2030 Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement.
• Ability to use data to inform teaching, especially in Maths and English.
• Ability to create a positive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Current VIT registration and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or willingness to gain accreditation.
• Strong commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary students as part of a dynamic teaching team.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom climate.
• Deliver planning and assessment aligned with MACS 2030 Vision for Instruction.

Skills

Relationship skills

Data-informed teaching

Team player

Passion for teaching

VIT registration

Job description

Classroom Teacher Beginning Term 1, 2027

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 29 October 2026

St Christopher’s Primary School is seeking to employ a classroom teacher to join our dynamic teaching team. There is the possibility of the position being available beyond 2027 and ongoing employment. Graduates are encouraged to apply.

St Christopher’s Primary School is seeking to employ a classroom teacher, beginning January 27, 2027 to join our dynamic teaching team.

The position is full time for a fixed contract until the end of 2027; however, there is a possibility of the position being available beyond 2027 and ongoing employment.

St Christopher’s is seeking a teacher who is dedicated to catering for the individual needs of students and creating a positive classroom climate. The candidate must be a team player.

The successful applicant must have:(criteria)

• strong relationship skills with students, staff and parents
• an understanding and commitment to the MACS 2030 Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement
• ability to use data to inform teaching in order to meet the individual needs of all students, especially in Maths and English
• ability to create a positive and nurturing classroom environment
• a passion for teaching
• the ability to work within a team
• current VIT registration
• be accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School and a passion for teaching Religious Education within the Catholic context or prepared to gain accreditation
• a strong commitment and proven record in Child Safety and the wellbeing of students

St Christopher’s is an inclusive school that values diversity and celebrates differences amongst students. This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

Applications are due by 12 pm on 29/10/2026. Graduate teachers are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Primary
Gender: Coed

700 Students
41 TeachingStaff
14 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

St Christopher’s, is a “faith and learning community” where students, staff and families work together in an educational partnership. Central to our mission as a Catholic school is the development of individuals who have a deep and personal connection to their faith. Students and staff at St Christopher’s are challenged to live out the teachings of Jesus in a contemporary context. The involvement of parents and families in the faith development of their children is also strongly emphasised.