Dynamic Primary Classroom Teacher – Evidence‑Driven Learning

Department of Education Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Footscray West Primary School in Melbourne's inner west invites applications for a Classroom Teacher (ongoing). We value explicit, structured teaching grounded in evidence and cognitive science, with a focus on student outcomes and wellbeing.

Shortlisting occurs during school holidays with interviews in Term 4. The role supports diverse learners through inclusive practices, strong relationships with families, and collaboration with a dedicated school community.

Qualifications

• Provisional or full registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Experience planning and implementing high impact teaching strategies.
• Experience using data to inform teaching and provide feedback to students and parents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families and staff.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and ongoing professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Direct teaching of groups and individual students.
• Contribute to development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum programs.
• Attend parent/teacher meetings, staff meetings and related duties.
• Undertake non-teaching supervisory duties as required.
• Support school-wide policies and priorities.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

High impact teaching

Data-informed instruction

Interpersonal communication

Education

VIT registration (Teaching)

Tools

Job description

Footscray West Primary School in Melbourne's inner west invites applications for a Classroom Teacher (ongoing). We value explicit, structured teaching grounded in evidence and cognitive science, with a focus on student outcomes and wellbeing.

Shortlisting occurs during school holidays with interviews in Term 4. The role supports diverse learners through inclusive practices, strong relationships with families, and collaboration with a dedicated school community.