Classroom Teacher – Junior Years

About the Role

At St Patrick’s Primary School we foster curiosity, embrace creativity, develop critical thinking skills and empower students to take responsibility for their learning. Our teachers have high expectations for all learners to help them reach their highest potential. We offer students challenging and motivating learning experiences that build on prior knowledge and develop new skills and perspectives. St Patrick’s is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. 

Graduates are also encouraged to apply for this position.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

• Actively participate in St. Patrick’s Professional Learning Community and work closely with colleagues
• Display a sound understanding of evidence based Literacy programs and contemporary teaching approaches to Mathematics
• Demonstrate knowledge about explicit teaching and structured literacy
• Monitor and assess learners using data to plan for future success
• Understand how learners learn and how best to meet their needs
• Foster a safe and challenging learning environment that truly makes a difference for each student

Benefits: 

• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;
• Region living at its best with strong connections to community (20 minutes drive to Ballarat CBD);
• A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;
• Excellent professional development opportunities.

Key Selection Criteria

• Understanding and Commitment to Catholic Identity and Mission;
• Current Victorian Institute of Teachin…