ELC Teacher

Geelong Grammar School; Geelong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Geelong Grammar School invites applications for a teaching role at Corio ELC in Geelong. You will deliver engaging, inquiry-based learning programs, create safe, inclusive environments, and collaborate with colleagues to provide high‑quality educational experiences.

You will document progress and communicate with families, applying Reggio Emilia and IB PYP frameworks. Applicants must hold a 4‑year teaching qualification with VIT registration, current First Aid (HLTAID011) and Anaphylaxis

Qualifications

• An appropriate 4-year teaching qualification and registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) which includes a National Police Check.
• Evidence of Proficient Level in all AITSL Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• First Aid qualifications (HLTAID011) and Anaphylaxis Management Accreditation as required by policy.
• IB PYP experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, inquiry-based learning programs tailored to individual needs.
• Create safe, inclusive and stimulating environments for children’s wellbeing and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality educational experiences.
• Document and assess children's progress and communicate effectively with families.
• Apply Reggio Emilia and IB PYP frameworks and maintain professionalism and child safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Child safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

4-year teaching qualification

VIT registration

First Aid certification (HLTAID011)

Anaphylaxis Management Accreditation

Job description

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff, and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity, and academic rigour, and we value wisdom.

At Corio ELC our purpose is to build a solid foundation (knowledge, skills, mindset and self-worth) in each child. To engender a true love of learning that will inspire and support them through their educational journey and successfully prepare them for their tomorrow.

Our focus is to embrace and integrate the philosophies of Reggio Emilia, The International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme and Positive Education, and to be the best primary school in the world at providing a well-rounded education that supports the development of the whole child.

What you will be doing

Delivering engaging, inquiry-based learning programs tailored to individual needs.

Creating safe, inclusive and stimulating environments that support children's wellbeing and development.

Collaborating with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality educational experiences.

Documenting and assessing children's progress and communicating effectively with families.

Applying contemporary educational approaches, including Reggio Emilia and IB PYP frameworks.

Demonstrating professionalism, teamwork and a commitment to continuous improvement and child safety.

What we are looking for

An appropriate 4-year teaching qualification and registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (V.I.T.), which includes a National Police Check undertaken by VIT

Applicants must provide evidence that they fulfil the Proficient Level in all of the AITSL Australian Professional Standards for Teachers

It is a condition of employment that Teachers must possess First Aid qualifications (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Course) and have current Anaphylaxis Management Accreditation (22578VIC - Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis) in accordance with the new Ministerial Order 706 and the School’s Anaphylaxis Management Policy (2015). Information regarding First Aid and Anaphylaxis Management Accreditation requirements, training courses and compulsory briefings scheduled by the School are provided by the Head of Campus.

Previous experience teaching the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and a thorough understanding of the principles of Reggio Emilia [Desirable, not essential].

Certificate of completion of the National Child Safety Training

Proven ability to work within a team.

The ability to create a vibrant and exciting learning environment.

Excellent communication with teaching colleagues.

High-quality curriculum work with teaching colleagues.

Demonstrate an ability to care for children and to cater for the individual needs and develop the potential of each child.

Applications close at 6:00pm Tuesday November 10th 2026.

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date.

Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse.

The School’s Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on theGGS website, under ‘Student Safeguarding’.The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and theChild Safe Standards, as applicable to their role. Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School’s expectations should be directed to************@ggs.vic.edu.au.