<p><strong>Role Description</strong></p> <p>St John's Primary School is seeking applications for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher for a full-time classroom teaching position for the 2027 school year. This is a contract position for a parental leave replacement.</p> <p><strong>Key Criteria</strong></p> <p><strong>The applicant will assume all classroom duties expected of a teacher, including, but not limited to, the following:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated understanding of, commitment to, and active support for the values, ethos, and mission of the Catholic school and the Catholic Church, fostering a faith-filled and supportive learning environment.</li> <li>Expert knowledge and application of current educational research, contemporary learning theories, and the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 to design and deliver high-quality learning programs.</li> <li>Be committed to embedding the MACS <i>Vision for Instruction</i> and <i>Vision for Engagement</i> frameworks, utilising evidence-based, explicit teaching methodologies to maximise student outcomes.</li> <li>High-level skills in integrating digital technologies into educational practice to enhance student learning, engagement, and digital literacy.</li> <li>Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across the entire school community (students, staff, parents, and parish)</li> <li>Strong commitment to fostering collaborative team processes, with the ability to initiate, support, and lead change aligned with the school’s Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plan.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p> <p>Bachelor of Education (Primary) or equivalent;&nbsp;</p> <p>Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration;</p> <p>Appropriate first aid qualifications (HLTAID003 or equivalent) are desirable;&nbsp;</p> <p>Religious Education Accreditation - preferred but not essential;</p> <p>Knowledge of the Multilit Program is advantageous, or experience with other phonics-based approaches to reading, writing and spelling; and</p> <p>The successful applicant must hold a strong commitment to promoting child safety, student wellbeing, and inclusive practices in accordance with the Child Safety Standards.</p> <p><strong>Application process:</strong></p> <p>Please address your application to Mrs Maree Summers, Acting Principal. Applications must include a current curriculum vitae listing contact details of two professional referees and a cover letter that includes a response to the criteria.</p>