Junior School Visual Arts Teacher

Strathcona Girls Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Strathcona Girls Grammar School in Melbourne invites applications for a Junior School Visual Arts Teacher on a 0.5FTE, fixed-term basis, commencing Term 1 2027. You will craft contemporary, differentiated Visual Arts learning experiences and contribute to the annual Visual Arts and Design Exhibition.

Join a collaborative learning community that values reflective practice, curriculum alignment with the Victorian Curriculum, and strong ICT capability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 relevant to visual arts teaching.
• Experience designing and implementing curriculum.
• Evidence of high-quality teaching and improving student outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families and colleagues.
• Understanding of contemporary learning theory, especially in girls’ education.
• Knowledge of the AITSL Standards for Teaching.
• Strong ICT capability.
• Experience coordinating Art exhibitions and contributing to Visual Arts and Design exhibitions.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, contemporary and differentiated Visual Arts learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Art Department to ensure curriculum alignment across year levels.
• Develop activities, assessments and feedback that support student growth.
• Plan and deliver the School’s Visual Arts and Design Exhibition.
• Engage in reflective practice and professional dialogue within the Strathcona community.

Skills

ICT capability

Communication

Collaborative approach

Reflective practitioner

Education

VIT registration (Full/Provisional)

Postgraduate study or progress towards qualification

Job description

Strathcona Girls Grammar isseeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Junior School Visual Arts Teacher to join our learning community on a 0.5FTE part-time, fixed-term basis, starting in Term 1 2027. This is an opportunity to inspire students through engaging Visual Arts experiences while contributing to a cohesive and contemporary Art curriculum and the School’s annual Visual Arts and Design Exhibition.

At Strathcona, exceptional teaching is at the heart of what we do. Our teachers create engaging learning experiences, use evidence and feedback to improve student outcomes, and work collaboratively to help every student grow and thrive.

About the role

You will:

Design and deliver engaging, contemporary and differentiated learning experiences that foster creativity and improve student learning outcomes.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop, implement and review high-quality teaching and learning programs.

Collaborate with members of the Art Department to ensure curriculum alignment, shared expectations and progression across year levels.

Develop meaningful learning activities, assessments and feedback that support student growth.

Actively contribute to the planning, development and delivery of the School’s annual Visual Arts and Design Exhibition.

Work collaboratively with Art Department colleagues on the exhibition, contributing to its broader planning and delivery.

Engage in reflective practice, professional dialogue and continuous improvement, an contribute positively to the broader community of Strathcona.

About you

You will be an engaging and reflective educator who brings a genuine passion for Art education and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues.

You willdemonstrate:

Knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 relevant to your learning area.

Experience in curriculum design, development and implementation.

Evidence of high-quality teaching practice and improving student learning outcomes.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.

An understanding of contemporary learning theory and practice, particularly in relation to girls’ education.

Knowledge of the AITSL Standards for Teaching.

Strong ICT capability.

Experience coordinating Art exhibitions and contributing to the planning and delivery of Visual Arts and Design exhibitions.

A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of an Art Department and broader teaching team.

Current Full or Provisional Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

Relevant postgraduate study, or progress towards a further qualification, will be highly regarded.

Why Strathcona?

At Strathcona Girls Grammar, our vision is to be a learning community that is Unstoppable Together, advancing connections that inspire excellence, opportunity and impact for every student. Our values of Courage, Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Empowerment underpin how we learn, work and connect as a community.

We are looking for an educator who shares our commitment to excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement and who is excited by the opportunity to help young people develop confidence in their creativity and artistic expression.

Child Safety

Strathcona Girls Grammar is committed to ensuring child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse. The School has policies and procedures in place to uphold the Victorian Child Safe Standards and expects all staff to actively contribute to a child-safe environment.

Applications close on 20November 2026. However, applications will be assessed as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.

• Position Description Junior School Visual Arts Teacher