<p>At St Marianne Cope, we are building more than a school - we are building a welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic learning community. Guided by the MACS Vision for Instruction and Engagement, our collaborative teams are committed to developing strong foundations in explicit instruction, working together to continually deepen our practice.<br> You’ll be joining a team led by experienced, supportive leaders, where coaching, mentoring, and professional learning are embedded in everything we do. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a school from the ground up - to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a real impact.<br> We’re looking for educators who:</p> <p><br> - Love watching children learn and grow</p> <p><br> - Bring energy, passion, and positivity to their teaching and</p> <p><br> - Are eager to collaborate, learn, and be part of something new</p> <p><br> If you're excited by the idea of shaping a new school community and growing alongside a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p>This experience will allow you to grow your practice, strengthen your leadership skills, and develop in ways that only a role like this can offer.&nbsp;</p> <p>At St Marianne Cope, you won’t just be joining a school - &nbsp;you’ll be helping to&nbsp;<i>create</i> it.</p> <p>If you’re an educator who believes in the power of community, Catholic education, and striving for the very best for every learner, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p>We will interview prior to the closing date for the right applicant!</p> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will demonstrate:</p> <ol> <li>A strong commitment to the ethos, values, and mission of Catholic education.</li> <li>Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (or a willingness to obtain).</li> <li>Willingness to plan, implement, and assess effective and engaging teaching and learning programs in line with the MACS Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment.</li> <li>Commitment to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice.</li> <li>A passion for building a new school community and the resilience to navigate the challenges of a start-up environment.</li> <li>High expectations for all learners and a commitment to excellence and equity in education.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Qualifications and Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)</li> <li>Relevant teaching qualification(s)</li> <li>Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or willing to obtain this)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>To apply, please submit:</p> <ul> <li>A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria</li> <li>A current CV with contact details, VIT number and two referees (one being your current/last principal)<br><br> &nbsp;</li> </ul>