0.4 Junior Classroom Teacher - Ongoing

0.4 Junior Classroom Teacher - Ongoing

Join the passionate staff of St Mary's in a school that values growth, collaboration, and student success in a dynamic learning environment.

About the Role

St Mary’s Clarkes Hill is seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic teacher to share the Junior Classroom teaching role. This part-time position offers the chance to work collaboratively in a close-knit, supportive school community committed to faith, learning, and student growth.

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

• Small rural school setting offering close connections with students, families, staff and the local community;
• Collaborative and supportive community where all staff share educational leadership and a culture of feedback;
• A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;
• High staff retention and satisfaction, reflecting a positive and inclusive workplace environment.

These benefits showcase a supportive, growth-oriented, and community-focused teaching environment at St Mary's Clarkes Hill.

Key Selection Criteria

• have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children;
• possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning;
• demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to deliver the appropriate curriculum to a range of educational abilities, and be able to provide care and support for students whilst supporting and respecting the ethos of the school and its environment;
• evidence of effective strategies for fostering a safe and positive classroom environment;
• experience collaborating effectively with colleagues in planning, instruction, and assessment;
• have accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or a commitment to obtain accreditation;
• have a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching or be eligible for registration.

Applicants will be required to submit

• Cover letter
• Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria
• Resume

For a confidential discussion about the role contact the Principal, Clare Scanlon on 0466 600 841

Applications close Monday 3rd November 4pm

At St. Mary’s we aim to ensure all children are safe, feel safe and act in ways that keep themselves safe.

St Mary's is committed to ensuring the protection and safety of every child and is supported by our Governing Body and School Child safe Policies that describe our approach to protecting children from abuse.

The School has a dedicated Child Safety Officer who has a vital role in maintaining child safety and wellbeing.

In response to Ministerial Order 1359, St. Mary's has focussed intently on achieving each of the prescribed 11 Child Safety Standards.

Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all," DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.

Applicant Information Pack

St. Mary's Clarkes Hill is a small rural school 16kms northeast of Ballarat. It comprises two learning units - Junior and Senior. We are dedicated to children learning at high levels and therefore our strategic planning promotes Professional Learning Communities and School-wide Positive Supports to achieve this. St. Mary's promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.