Classroom Teacher (incl Specialists & Co-ords)
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 20 October 2025
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated classroom teacher to join our team in 2026. At St Patrick’s, you’ll work in a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment that values evidence-based teaching practices and a shared commitment to high levels of student achievement. We welcome applications from teachers at all career stages who are eager to grow, contribute to our thriving school community and make a meaningful impact on student learning and wellbeing.
<p>Fixed Term, Full-Time (1.0 FTE) until the end of Term 3, 2026, then 0.6 FTE in Term 4, 2026</p>
<p>This position replaces a staff member on parental leave. The role is full-time (1.0 FTE) until the end of Term 3, 2026, and will continue as 0.6 FTE during Term 4, 2026. There is potential for extension beyond this period</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>This role will offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant, high-achieving learning community at St Patrick’s Primary School, Koroit. Working alongside a dedicated team, the successful applicants will contribute to the delivery of evidence-based teaching practices within a collaborative, respectful and inclusive team environment. This position is ideal for teachers both experienced or graduate, who are passionate about student growth, committed to professional learning and eager to uphold the school’s core values of Peace, Love and Respect in all aspects of their work.</p>
<p><strong>Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:</strong></p>
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<li>To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;</li>
<li>To provide students with a rich, engaging and evidence based educational experience;</li>
<li>Ensure the delivery of curriculum that reaches and engages students with a diverse range of educational abilities and backgrounds;</li>
<li>A collegial and collaborative approach to learning and teaching.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>
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<li>Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;</li>
<li>Region living at its best with strong connections to community;</li>
<li>A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;</li>
<li>Excellent professional development opportunities.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>KSC 1: a commitment to maintaining current VIT registration and holding, or a willingness to gain, Religious Education Accreditation in line with Catholic Education requirements</li>
<li>KSC 2: an understanding of or is open to working with evidence based teaching practices including explicit direct instruction and how to use such practices to positively impact student learning</li>
<li>KSC 3: familiarity with or open to working within a Science of Reading and Science of Learning approach</li>
<li>KSC 4: a commitment to work collegially to enact a shared vision focused on excellence in education and embracing difference</li>
<li>KSC 5: Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with families, parish, and the wider community, and to actively model the school values of Peace, Love and Respect in all interactions</li>
<li>KSC 6: experience or familiarity with School Wide Positive Behaviour Strategies</li>
<li>KSC 7: an understanding of the Child Safe Standards</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Applicants will be required to submit:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>cover letter addressing all of the above key selection criteria</li>
<li>resume</li>
<li>employment application </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>For a confidential discussion about the role contact: </strong></p>
<p>Tegan McDonald on (03) 5565 8208 or at <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:principal@spkoroit.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20%28incl%20Specialists%20%26%20Co-ords%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>principal@spkoroit.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20%28incl%20Specialists%20%26%20Co-ords%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:principal@spkoroit.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20%28incl%20Specialists%20%26%20Co-ords%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principal@spkoroit.catholic.edu.au</a> </p>
<p>Applications close Monday 20th October, 2025</p>
<p>Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview</p>
<p>St Patrick’s Primary School Koroit is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in its care.</p>
<p>St Patrick's Primary School Koroit acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land the Koroitch Gundidj people. We pay respect to Elders past, present, and emerging.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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