Year 5/6 Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Contract
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
26 October 2026
Posted 7 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-8
School staff (FTE)
33.6
21.5 teaching · 12.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
290
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
23%
Girls vs boys
129 girls · 161 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Year 5/6 Classroom Teacher, Fixed Term Contract, 27 January 2027 - 27 January 2028
Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:
- To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;
- To provide students with a rich and engaging educational experience;
- Ensure the delivery of curriculum that reaches and engages students with a diverse range of educational abilities and backgrounds;
- A collegial and collaborative approach to learning and teaching.
Benefits:
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;
- Regional living at its best with strong connections to community;
- 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 Teaching (VIT) registration (or be eligible for registration);
- A current or be willing to obtain an Accreditation to teach Religious Education Certificate;
- Demonstrated high-level knowledge of Victorian Curriculum and the AITSL standards with best practice, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning;
- Evidence of effective strategies for fostering a safe and positive classroom environment;
- Experience collaborating effectively with colleagues in planning, instruction, and assessment.