Primary Classroom Teachers

St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College in Coolaroo, VIC, invites applications for a motivated Primary Classroom teacher to join our collaborative team on a 12-month contract starting Term 1, 2027, delivering engaging learning for Foundation to Year 6.

The successful candidate will hold VIT registration, have knowledge of the Primary curriculum and differentiation, and build positive relationships within a faith-centred, supportive learning community.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Strong understanding of the Primary curriculum and pedagogy.
• Ability to differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs.
• Demonstrated capacity to build constructive and positive relationships with students and to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons for Foundation to Year 6.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to implement the Primary curriculum.
• Integrate technology as a learning tool in the classroom.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Job description

St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College – Coolaroo VIC

Founded in 1991, St Mary’s Coptic Orthodox College (SMCO) provides a holistic education that nurtures students academically, spiritually, emotionally, and socially within a safe and faith-centred environment. Serving over 1,000 students from Foundation to Year 12, the College integrates Coptic Orthodox values into every aspect of learning, fostering integrity, compassion, and respect for others.

At SMCO, we are committed to helping each student realise their God-given potential through high-quality teaching, strong wellbeing support, and a genuine sense of community.

SMCO is seekingan energetic and passionate Primary Classroom teacher, with the desire to be part of a collaborative teaching team and tocreate engaging and dynamic learning experiences for our students.

This position is a 12-months contract to commence Term 1 2027.

Ability to teach Years Foundation – Year 6 is required.

Actively support SMCO’s Coptic Orthodox Christian ethos and values.

Skills and Attributes

To be successful in the role, candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:

• A passion for teaching.
• Energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to grow.
• Excellent communications skills both written and verbal.

Key Selection Criteria

Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

Relevant qualifications and subject knowledge.

Strong understanding of the Primary curriculum and pedagogy, with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons.

Commitment to using technology as an essential learning tool in the classroom.

Demonstrated understanding of differentiated learning to meet diverse student needs.

Proven ability to build constructive and positive relationships with students that foster a love of learning.

Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team.

Child Safe Standards

At SMCO, the care, safety, and wellbeing of our students are central to everything we do.
Our College actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environments, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. We are fully committed to child safety, and therefore, the successful applicant will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safe Policies and Code of Conduct available on the College’s website at:https://www.stmarys.vic.edu.au/college-policies/.

Deputy Principal - Teaching and Learning
Applications close 5:00 pm Friday 27 November 2026.