Job Description

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

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Applications Close: 9 October 2026

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St Joseph's seeks a passionate and creative teacher to join our dynamic team in 2027. Be part of a supportive culture that values excellence, collaboration and care, while shaping the future of every student through evidence-based teaching and a commitment to holistic Catholic education.

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Classroom Teacher Position (Contract)

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At St Joseph's, we are proud of our strong team culture, where staff feel supported, valued, and motivated to achieve their best. We care deeply for our people and foster a collaborative environment built on trust, high expectations, and shared commitment. With a focus on excellence in teaching and learning, we work together to provide the very best outcomes for every student – academically, socially, and emotionally.

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We are seeking a skilled and innovative classroom teacher to join our school in 2027. The successful applicant will embrace a culture of high expectations, thrive within a dynamic and caring professional community, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to fostering the holistic development of students in a Catholic educational context.

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The grade level is yet to be determined.

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Graduates are welcome to apply.

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Commencement: January 27, 2027.

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Applicants should demonstrate:

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- a commitment to evidence-based best practices, with experience in or capacity to enact explicit and direct instruction approaches/strategies
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- an understanding of Structured Literacy
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- strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an eagerness to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment
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- the ability to use student assessment information to inform whole-class and targeted small group instruction
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- the ability to promote student wellbeing and engagement
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- the capacity to build and maintain professional, respectful, and caring relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
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- a firm commitment to Catholic education
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- familiarity with and adherence to the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, as well as all other policies relating to child safety
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Special Requirements:

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- accreditation to teach in a Catholic school, or a willingness to obtain accreditation to teach Religion in a Catholic school
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- current VIT registration (or eligibility for graduates)
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Child Safety Commitment:

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- St Joseph's community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.
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The School reserves the right to employ the successful candidate before the application window has closed.

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St Joseph's is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS) ABN 18643442371. MACS is the employer of employees at St Joseph's.

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Affiliation: Catholic
n Teaching Level: Primary
n Gender: Coed

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346 Students
n 28 TeachingStaff
n 12 Non-Teaching Staff

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Single School

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St Joseph's Primary School, Elsternwick, is a vibrant and inclusive Catholic community committed to academic excellence and student wellbeing. With 14 straight classes from Prep to Year 6, specialist programs, and a 1:1 Chromebook program from Year 2, we provide rich, evidence-based learning experiences. Our dedicated staff nurture the whole child — academically, spiritually and socially — in a caring, faith-filled environment.

📌 Classroom Teacher - Contract (Victoria)
🏢 St Joseph'S School
📍 Victoria