Classroom Teacher - Full Time

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; Drysdale; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas Primary School, part of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd, is seeking two fixed-term classroom teachers for full-time (FTE 1.0) and part-time (FTE 0.8) roles. Successful applicants will join a supportive, collaborative team focused on student learning, wellbeing and growth within a Catholic education context.

Applicants must hold VIT registration, have or be willing to obtain Religious Education accreditation, and demonstrate knowledge of Child Safe Standards and the MACS Code

Qualifications

• Must hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school, or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the 11 Child Safe Standards and the MACS Code of Conduct.
• Actively contribute to the school’s strategic vision for aligned, evidence-informed instructional and wellbeing practices.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education and demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety.
• Commitment to excellence, equity and engagement with high expectations for all students to flourish.
• Engage with evidence-informed practices, including explicit instruction and data-informed teaching.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Evidence-informed practice

Data-informed instruction

Education

VIT registration

Religious Education accreditation

11 Child Safe Standards knowledge

MACS Code of Conduct knowledge

Job description

At St Thomas Primary School, our values ofRespect, Commitment and Safety are at the heart of who we are and how we learn, work and grow together.

We are seeking educators who bring energy and professionalism and place student learning, wellbeing and growth at the centre of their practice. Successful applicants will join a supportive and collaborative team who value positive relationships, high expectations and collective responsibility.

Two fixed-term teaching positions are available: one full-time (FTE 1.0) and one part-time (FTE 0.8). Both are classroom teaching positions, with year levels to be determined. We particularly encourage graduates and teachers in their first five years of teaching to apply, while also warmly welcoming applications from experienced teachers.

The successful applicants will:

• uphold the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education and demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety
• are committed to excellence, equity and engagement, with high expectations for all students to flourish
• engage with evidence-informed practices, including explicit instruction and the effective use of data to inform teaching and learning
• create supportive, calm and orderly learning environments through strong routines and the school’s Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) approach
• work collaboratively and contribute to a culture of professional learning, shared responsibility and continuous improvement

Requirements:

• hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
• hold accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school, or demonstrate a willingness to obtain this
• demonstrate sound knowledge of the 11 Child Safe Standards and the MACS Code of Conduct
• actively contribute to the school’s strategic vision for aligned, evidence-informed instructional and wellbeing practices.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement (CEMEA) 2022.

St Thomas Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children. All staff are required to comply with the 11 Child Safe Standards and undergo appropriate checks as part of the employment process.

Application Instructions

Applications should include:

• acover letter of no more than two pages that introduces you and outlines your suitability for the position
• a currentCurriculum Vitae, including three professional referees, two of whom should be your current and previous Principal (where applicable - graduates should nominate the Principal of their most recent preservice teaching experience)
• a completedApplication for Employment Form

Please note: Applicants who demonstrate strong suitability for the position may be interviewed and appointed prior to the advertised closing date.

Please note: Applicants who demonstrate strong suitability for the position may be interviewed and appointed prior to the advertised closing date.

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