Primary Teacher (TFI 071)

Location Profile

Dimboola Primary School is in the Wimmera region of Victoria. Its closest major town is Horsham which is approximately 25 minutes¿ drive. The school has been located on its current site since the 1870s. In 2026 we will have a student population of 92 children with five classrooms. Four generalist classroom teachers, two specialist staff, a learning specialist (health/PE and art/music) and a principal make up the teaching staff. We currently have three education support staff and one business manager. 

Our teaching model involves explicit direct instruction. Teaching has adopted the Science of Reading approach with a focus on Oral Language, Phonics, Phonological Awareness, Fluency, Comprehension and Vocabulary. Mathematics teaching uses explicit instruction utilising the Victorian Lesson Plans, Daily Review and Fluency, 

Support for teachers is extensive with a high level of collaboration and consistency in teaching practices. The successful candidate will receive mentor support and will be given an opportunity to work with our wonderful children.  We use a PLC model to drive student learning and improvements in teaching practice. Being a small school there are prospects of advancing your leadership skills quickly. 

Selection Criteria

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, an…