Lead Classroom Teacher — New Primary School Start 2025

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuyim Primary School in Pakenham, opened in 2025, invites classroom and specialist teachers to apply. The Department of Education Victoria oversees recruitment for this new school as part of Victoria's program to deliver 100 new schools by 2026.

Successful applicants will contribute to high-quality teaching, student wellbeing and a collaborative culture in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of curriculum with ability to teach literacy and numeracy.
• Experience planning high-impact teaching strategies.
• Ability to monitor student learning using data.
• Strong communication with students, parents and staff.
• Commitment to reflective practice and professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Direct teaching of groups and individual students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and evaluation.
• Engage in school improvement and policy activities.
• Participate in parent meetings and staff meetings.
• Support wellbeing and inclusive practices.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy & numeracy

Interpersonal skills

Data-informed teaching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education

Teaching registration

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Kuyim Primary School in Pakenham, opened in 2025, invites classroom and specialist teachers to apply. The Department of Education Victoria oversees recruitment for this new school as part of Victoria's program to deliver 100 new schools by 2026.

Successful applicants will contribute to high-quality teaching, student wellbeing and a collaborative culture in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.