Primary Classroom Teacher | Toorak

Geelong Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Geelong Grammar School is seeking a full-time Primary Classroom Teacher for its Toorak/Melbourne campus to commence January 2027. The role focuses on delivering high-quality IB Primary Years Programme education, incorporating Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches, and fostering student wellbeing and curiosity.

You will teach a specific class, engage learners with varied strategies, and collaborate with staff to plan, implement, and assess learning experiences aligned with the school’s values and

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of current teaching practice and theory, familiar with IB PYP and Reggio Emilia principles.
• Commitment to developing the whole child through Positive Education philosophies.
• Ability to manage a class and collaborate with colleagues for curriculum delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide a nurturing, engaging learning environment for primary students.
• Use inquiry-based pedagogy within IB PYP and Reggio Emilia frameworks.
• Collaboratively plan and evaluate the curriculum to ensure coherent learning progression.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and document student progress.
• Support school wellbeing, safety, and professional learning communities.

Skills

IB PYP knowledge

Reggio Emilia philosophy

Positive Education

Classroom management

Staff collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Teaching qualification / Bachelor's in Education

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.

Our Toorak Campus (approximately 320 students) is in Melbourne. It caters to day students from Early Learning to Year 7.The Toorak campus has approximately 50 full-time and part-time teaching and support staff.At Toorak every member of our community is valued, respected and committed to providing our students with the highest quality teaching and learning programmes, designed to improve student outcomes, including levels of achievement and wellbeing. Students at the Toorak Campus study the Primary Years Programme (PYP) which is part of the International Baccalaureate (IB). Teaching and learning approaches are based on the philosophies of Reggio Emilia and the PYP framework and standards and practices. Teaching staff work collaboratively in professional learning teams to support their development and the learning of students in their care. Our contemporary learning spaces promote team teaching, positive relationships, creativity and differentiated learning experiences.

About the role

For those interested in committing to a professional and aspirational environment that encourages your success, and supports your ongoing learning and development, we welcome applications for a full-time ongoing Primary Classroom Teacher to commence in January 2027.

This role will be teaching students within a specific class during the academic year. Proven experience teaching primary yearsis required, with a strong understanding of how to engage learners and support their academic and personal development.

What you will be doing

• Provide a nurturing, engaging and stimulating learning environment which caters for the needs of all children
• Use inquiry as a leading pedagogical approach and a diverse range of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all individuals
• Collaboratively plan with the team to develop, implement and evaluate the curriculum and provide a consistent and coherent learning program that will foster independence, inquiry and learning progression
• Apply evidence-based, contemporary practice and the philosophy of Reggio Emilia and the International Baccalaureate, Primary Years Programme when designing learning opportunities and experiences
• Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to and participation in professional learning opportunities that generate an awareness of current trends and development in education and enhance children's learning
• Provide timely information on the programme and learning outcomes of the children for parents and the wider school community
• Document ongoing monitoring of children's development and progress in accurate and detailed ways that are consistent with the existing practices of the team
• Organise relevant excursions and activities that are related to and support the Classroom Programme for students.

Classroom

• Maintain an effective learning environment and attend to the pastoral care and specific learning needs of all students
• Provide a compelling and effective role model for children parents and staff at all times
• Provide a stimulating, safe and secure environment for children, parents and staff at all times and attend to the health and safety of the children
• Work with colleagues to achieve the best conditions for student learning
• Ensure all legally required documents (attendance register, incident forms, medication register collection authorisation etc.) are maintained and upheld
• Adhere to the school guidelines with regard to curriculum, behaviour management, sun smart, behaviour guidance, early intervention and protective behaviours
• Regularly communicate with parents about children's progress informally and through parent/teacher interviews, portfolios and written reports

Professionalism and Teamwork

• Maintain positive, professional and supportive interactions with parents, staff and visitors
• Work as a cooperative member of the team ensuring harmonious relationships are maintained and delegated responsibilities are fulfilled
• Adhere to School teaching and OH&S regulations and policies
• Attend and contribute to team and staff meetings where necessary
• Plan and host relevant information events throughout the year
• Maintain student staff and parent confidentiality
• Contribute to the co-curricular programme of the School as required

Additional School Responsibilities

• Reflect and uphold the values of the School at all times and take an active role in the general life of the School
• Contribute to the ongoing constructive evaluation of the School programme, policies and activities where required

What we are looking for

• Ability to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of current teaching practice and theory and be familiar with the pedagogy of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and the principles of Reggio Emilia
• A passion for and commitment to developing the whole child through Positive Education philosophies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of organisational and conceptual skills
• The ability to be responsible for a class of children in a caring and nurturing manner but also have the ability to be a willing and enthusiastic team member and learner
• Proven commitment to professional development and a willingness to participate in all aspects of the Geelong Grammar community, including co-curricular activities

Applications close at 3.00pm on 30 October 2026

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 the 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.