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Classroom Teacher
Fixed Term - Full Time - 12 month position
Applications are invited from suitably experienced and graduate persons for a full time, fixed term position for a Gr 1 Classroom Teacher to commence in Term 1 2027 until the end of the 2027 school year. Those seeking a part time role are also invited to apply. This is a Teacher Category position under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022 with remuneration subject to a salary assessment.
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:
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;
- Region living at its best with strong connections to community;
- A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Understanding and Commitment to Catholic Identity and Mission;
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration (or be eligible for registration);
- A current or be willing to obtain an Accreditation to teach Religious Education Certificate;
- Demonstrated high- level knowledge of Victorian Curriculum and the AITSL standards with best practice, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning;
- Evidence of effective strategies for fostering a safe and positive classroom environment;
- Experience collaborating effectively with colleagues in planning, instruction, and assessment.
Applicants will be required to submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria
For a confidential discussion about the role contact:
The Principal, on (03) 5551 9000
Applications close October 4th 2026 at 4pm.
Our school community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.
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.
About Us
St Mary's Primary School is a Catholic school located in Hamilton, western Victoria. St Mary's has a current enrolment of approximately 150 students from the surrounding parish and district. At St Mary's there is a commitment to the development of the whole child: spiritual, social, emotional, physical and intellectual. The school community promotes and strives for an environment where the educational needs of all children are met. All members of our school are challenged to always have a go and to do their very best at whatever task they attempt. This challenge is closely related to learning but also considers the type of people we can be. Learning activities are planned to cater for each individual child's learning needs while maximising the engagement of every student in being responsible and active learners.
