Performing Arts Teacher (0.6 FTE – Fixed Term)

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Torquay; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

St Therese School is seeking a Performing Arts Teacher (0.6 FTE) on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will contribute to religious education accreditation efforts, uphold child safety standards and deliver engaging, data‑driven lessons in a Catholic school setting.

The role requires collaborative planning with staff, strong communication with families, and a commitment to student wellbeing and positive behaviour supports. Applicants at all experience levels are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic ethos, mission, values.
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing and staff conduct.
• Knowledge and use of evidence‑informed teaching practices.
• Ability to use assessment and data to inform teaching and differentiate learning.
• Ability to create calm, positive classroom environments with PBL.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate with students, families and the school community.

Skills

Catholic ethos alignment

Child safety & wellbeing

Evidence‑informed practice

Assessment with data

Differentiated instruction

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

Collaborative communication

Education

VIT registration (incl. provisional)

Religious Education accreditation (preferred)

Job description

Performing Arts Teacher (0.6 FTE – Fixed Term)

St Therese School

Type Fixed Term

Role Teaching

Hours Part-time

Closes 01-10-2026

About the role

Role Description

St Therese School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and care of all children and upholds all Child Safe Standards as an expectation of all in the school community. Staff are required to meet child safety checks as part of the application process.

Selection Criteria – Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate:

• commitment to the Catholic ethos, mission, vision and values of St Therese Catholic Primary School
• commitment to child safety and wellbeing and the St Therese Staff Code of Conduct
• knowledge and use of evidence-informed practice, including direct and explicit teaching, aligned with the MACS Vision for Instruction
• ability to use assessment and data to inform teaching, differentiate learning and maintain high expectations for all students
• ability to create calm, positive and engaging learning environments, with an understanding of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)
• ability to work collaboratively and communicate positively and effectively with students, colleagues, families and the wider school community.

Special Requirements:

• preference that candidates hold accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or at least demonstrate a commitment to obtain this accreditation.
• current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including provisional registration)
• applicants at any experience level, including graduates, are welcome to apply

1st October 2026

Attachments

Job Description - 2027 Performing Arts Teacher - 0.6 Fixed Term.docx https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185953.docx

Application for Employment 2027.docx https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185954.docx

220614-School Philosophy Statement.pdf https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185955.pdf

251021-Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (3).pdf https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185956.pdf

251021-Child Safety Code of Conduct 2025 (2).pdf https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185957.pdf

251021-Child Safety Recruitment Procedures 2025.docx.pdf https://admin.cecv.catholic.edu.au/CEOPositionsVacant/attachments/156075_185958.pdf