Primary Teacher 0.4 (Replacement)

Star; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 62,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Star of the Sea School in Henley Beach is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher for Replacement 0.4 for 2027. The role focuses on building an inclusive, nurturing classroom that supports every student while upholding Catholic values and mission.

You will use data to inform teaching programs, implement innovative pedagogies and foster student wellbeing, social and emotional learning, and strong partnerships with families and the broader community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Actively support and contribute to the Catholic identity at Star of the Sea School.
• Use data to inform teaching programs and outline how this informs extension for students.
• Apply contemporary, innovative and inclusive pedagogies to engage students across all curriculum areas.
• Foster a positive, supportive learning environment prioritising wellbeing and SEL.
• Influence high-quality teaching beyond the classroom.
• Develop strong communication and collaborative relationships with students, staff, families and the community.
• Demonstrate organisation and commitment to ongoing professional growth and collaborative learning.

Skills

Catholic ethos alignment

Data-informed teaching

Innovative pedagogy

Student wellbeing

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

Primary Teacher: Replacement 0.4 for 2027

Star of the Sea School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Primary Teacher who can build a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment that supports every student.

• Actively support and contribute to the Catholic identity at Star of the Sea School.
• Demonstrate the use of data to inform teaching programs, that lead to improved outcomes for all students and be able to outline how this is used for extending students.
• Demonstrate a deep knowledge and understanding of contemporary, innovative and inclusive pedagogies that focus on student engagementacross all curriculum areas.
• Foster a positive and supportive learning environment that prioritises student wellbeing and social and emotional learning, helping students develop self-regulation, positive behaviour, personal responsibility and success as learners.
• Demonstrate an ability to influence high-quality teaching and learning beyond your classroom.
• Possess highly effective communication and interpersonal skills in developing positive and collaborative relationships with learners, colleagues, parents and the broader community
• Be a dynamic and highly organised educator committed to ongoing professional growth and collaborative learning with a willingness to implement new initiatives.

About You:

• Support the Catholic ethos at Star of the Sea.
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role requirements.
• Create a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation and student growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to work collaboratively within a team environment and effectively teach students to achieve required learning outcomes.
• Establish and maintain collaborative and supportive professional relationships with students, staff and families.

The successful candidate will be required to have a Current Teacher Registration in South Australia and undergo our screening process, which includes a Working with Children Check, E-Screen, Applicant Declaration Form and RRHAN.

About Us:

Star of the Sea School is a vibrant, welcoming and future-focused Catholic primary school located in the heart of Henley Beach. For more than 100 years, we have been nurturing students within the rich Mercy tradition, guided by our motto, "Open Hearts, Open Minds."

We are committed to providing an inclusive, high-quality education where every child is known, valued and inspired to thrive. With Jesus at the centre of all we do, we foster curiosity, creativity, compassion and a love of learning, empowering students to become confident learners and respectful contributors to their world.

Our warm and connected community is built on strong partnerships between students, families and staff. We celebrate diversity, embrace innovation and provide opportunities for excellence across learning, wellbeing, leadership, sport and the arts.

Joining Star of the Sea means becoming part of a dynamic and supportive community dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of young people.