Learning & Teaching Instruction Coach (POL 1)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
16 November 2026
Posted 5 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
44
33.4 teaching · 10.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
442
Language other than English
70%
Girls vs boys
235 girls · 207 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
At St Clare’s, our mission is to inspire and educate our students to become compassionate and responsible members of society. We strive to empower them with knowledge, skills and a strong moral compass, enabling them to make a positive impact on the world around them. By embracing our school motto, “Your light in our hands,” we recognise the importance of guiding and supporting our students as they shine their brightest, both academically and spiritually.
St Clare's Catholic Primary School is excited to offer this opportunity to an experienced or aspiring leader, the position of Learning & Teaching Instruction Coach, starting the 2027 school year. The role attracts a 2 year contract with an ongoing teaching position attached. While full-time is preferred, F/T (0.8) is negotiable.
The Learning & Teaching Instruction Coach supports the development and consistent implementation of high-quality, evidence-informed instruction and assessment across St Clare’s Catholic Primary School. Working under the direction of the Deputy Principal – Learning & Teaching Coach, the role builds teacher capability through instructional coaching, collaborative planning, professional learning and the enhancement of teaching programs.
The Learning & Teaching Instruction Coach works alongside teachers across all year levels and curriculum areas to strengthen explicit direct instruction (EDI), opportunities to respond (OTRs), checking for understanding, feedback and responsive teaching practices. The role supports teachers to translate evidence-informed research into effective classroom practice, ensuri…