Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Contract
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
3 November 2026
Posted 28 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
33.7
22.3 teaching · 11.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
334
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
1%
Girls vs boys
161 girls · 173 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Classroom Teacher – St Columba’s Primary School, Ballarat North
Contract Term: Fixed-term position concluding 26 January 2028.
About the Role
St Columba’s Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and committed classroom teacher to join our learning community in 2027.
Guided by our school vision to Engage, Inspire and Empower, we are committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education where every student is supported to learn, grow and thrive.
Our approach to learning and teaching is grounded in a consistent, evidence-informed instructional model. We combine explicit teaching, structured literacy and regular review with opportunities for students to apply, explore and deepen their learning through meaningful and engaging experiences.
We are looking for a teacher who values strong relationships, embraces professional growth and is committed to working collaboratively to improve student learning outcomes.
Some of the Key Responsibilities of this Role Will Include
- Demonstrate a commitment to Catholic Education and the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people.
- Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed learning experiences that respond to the diverse needs of students.
- Implement our school's instructional model, including explicit direct instruction, structured literacy and opportunities for purposeful application of learning.
- Use assessment and student learning data to inform teaching, monitor progress and respond to individual learning needs.
- Establish positive relationships and create a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom enviro…