Year 5/6 Classroom Teacher

Carlo Acutis; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School in Wollert is seeking a Year 5/6 classroom teacher for 2027. The school is expanding and welcomes a passionate educator to contribute to a faith-filled learning community.

The ideal candidate will deliver a consistent, well-structured curriculum, support EAL learners, and align teaching with MACS Vision for Instruction and Engagement. Appointment offers ongoing full-time work in a growing Catholic school.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the ethos and mission of Catholic education.
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education (or willingness to obtain).
• Plan, teach and assess evidence-based learning aligned to MACS Vision for Instruction and Engagement.
• Ability to analyse student data to inform teaching decisions.
• High expectations for student learning, wellbeing and family partnerships.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience supporting EAL learners (desirable).
• Previous experience in Year 5/6 (desirable).
• Understand and comply with the school’s child safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 5/6 classroom and implement evidence-based instruction.
• Assess and report student progress against MACS standards.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a consistent, low-variance curriculum.
• Uphold child safety policies and promote a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication & collaboration

Data analysis for teaching

Commitment to Catholic education ethos

Experience with EAL learners

Education

Teaching qualification

Accreditation to teach Religious Education (or willing to obtain)

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 12 November 2026

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, faith-filled community located in the heart of Wollert West, serving a new and growing school community. St. Carlo Acutis offers a place where children can thrive, belong and grow into confident, courageous and compassionate individuals.

Join Our Growing Catholic Primary School – Year 5/6 Classroom Teaching Position Available for 2027!

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School is expanding, and we are seeking a passionate Year 5/6 classroom teacher to join our vibrant school community in 2027.

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School in Wollert opened in 2025 and has quickly become a thriving and rapidly growing school community. As enrolments continue to increase, the school is committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive and faith-filled learning environment where every student is known, valued and supported to flourish. With Stage 3 construction scheduled for completion in 2027, the school is preparing to welcome students across all year levels into its state-of-the-art learning facilities. This exciting period of growth presents a unique opportunity for staff to contribute to the ongoing development of the school’s culture, Catholic identity and commitment to excellence in learning and teaching.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Classroom Teacher who is eager to contribute to building a strong and supportive school culture. The ideal candidate will be flexible, collaborative, and passionate about student learning. Our school is committed to evidence-based teaching practices and has a strong focus on delivering a consistent, well-structured, low-variance curriculum. St. Carlo Acutis is committed to promoting a collaborative environment across our staff to support the learning of all students.

Key Selection Criteria:

• a commitment to the ethos and mission of Catholic education
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education (or a willingness to obtain)
• ability to plan, teach and assess evidence-based learning aligned to the MACS Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement
• an ability to effectively use and analyse student data to strategically inform and adapt teaching
• high expectations for student learning, wellbeing and family partnerships
• strong communication and collaboration skills
• experience in supporting EAL learners (desirable)
• previous experience in Year 5/6 (desirable)
• An understanding of and commitment to complying with the School’s Child Safety Policy, MACS Code of Conduct and all relevant child safety policies and procedures.

The school reserves the right to interview applicants prior to the closing date.

Child Safety Commitment:

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School maintains a zero tolerance approach to child abuse and is committed the safety, wellbeing and protection of all students in our care. Every person associated with our school has a responsibility to understand and actively uphold the school's child safety policies and procedures.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Not applicable