Classroom Teacher (Fixed Term)

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools; Silver Plume (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas Aquinas Primary School is seeking a passionate Classroom Teacher for a fixed-term maternity leave starting at the beginning of the 2027 school year. The successful candidate will deliver engaging learning, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and Catholic values, while building strong relationships with students and families.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, commitment to Child Safety, and ongoing professional learning within a nurturing Catholic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates collaboration with a team of educators.
• Plans differentiated learning to meet diverse student needs.
• Builds strong relationships with students and families.
• Commits to safe, inclusive learning environments in line with school values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated learning aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and Catholic values.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support diverse academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Model compassion, dignity and respect in all interactions with students and families.

Skills

Team collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Relationship building

Inclusive learning

Education

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Job description

Role Description / Criteria

St Thomas Aquinas Primary School is seeking a Classroom Teacher who is passionate and willing to work collaboratively with a team of dedicated and innovative teachers in 2027. The successful applicant will play vital role in creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is known, valued and supported. The role involves delivering engaging, differentiated learning aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and Catholic values, building strong relationships with students and families, and working collaboratively with colleagues to support the diverse academic, social and emotional needs within the school. A commitment to Child Safety, Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), and ongoing professional learning is essential. Above all, the successful classroom teacher would model compassion, dignity and respect in all interactions, supporting each child to grow in confidence, resilience and faith. This is an fixed-term maternity leave position with the role commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year.