Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
5 October 2026
Posted 13 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
14.2
9.9 teaching · 4.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.6:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
135
Language other than English
22%
Girls vs boys
71 girls · 64 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
We are seeking a passionate, innovative and energetic graduate, second or third year educator to join our diverse and inclusive community commencing Term one of the 2027 school year. An ability to plan, work and learn in a team environment, is desirable. Excellent classroom management skills and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education and contemporary pedagogues is also important.
Applicants are asked to demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualification;
- a strong commitment to Catholic Education;
- an ability to develop and maintain professional and caring relationships with students, parents and colleagues;
- an ability to create an engaging, educational and challenging learning environment that caters for the needs of all students;
- an eagerness to learn;
- an enthusiasm to implement a differentiated curriculum and use technology to support student learning.
This community is committed to the safety, well-being and protection of all children in our care.
Special Requirements
- St Mary's promotes the safety, well-being and inclusion of all children, therefore the successful applicant must demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to providing a safe environment for children;
- the successful applicant will hold the Victorian Institute of Teaching registration;
- accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school is preferred;
- contact details of two referees.
Please see attached Role Description and Application for Employment Form to be completed and forward with your resume and cover letter to the Principal, James Millane at principal@smstkildaeast.catholic.edu.…