Department of Education Victoria – Wollert VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Umarkoo Primary School is a current, purpose-built school that opened in 2026 to serve the growing community of Wollert. Opening with 52 students, our school currently has an enrolment of 95 students, continually growing week to week, with an enrolment capacity of 520 students.Moving into 2027, our class structure will have two Foundation classes, three Junior classes, two Middle classes and one Senior class. Navigating the growth and development needs in our new school is a large part of our daily excitement and challenge, requiring our team to bring an accelerated level of flexibility, adaptability, teamwork and positivity each day. Within our new school development strategy, setting solid foundations for indicative growth remains a key priority. Education Support, Teacher Assistants, a Psychologist and IT support are substantial members within our team, supporting leaders, teachers, students and parents in creating who we are at Umarkoo and the levers necessary to drive school improvement.

Our environment has been purposefully designed to create conditions that support our students in learning and play, while fostering a community spirit that envelopes students, staff and families as one. Our facilities provide opportunities to balance both explicit, distraction free core learning with playful, joyous collaboration, creativity and curious exploration. Collaboration, opportunities for team teaching and seeing our classrooms as qualified learning zones that are visible and open to all builds team efficacy and mindsets that see our students as a collective responsibility.

Our vision,Everyone Belongs. Everyone Learns.



Everyone Grows.guides our intention and actions each day.We are guided by a strong philosophical approach that is seen in our four pillars and aligned principles: Connected Relationships-Restorative Practice, Powerful Learning - Explicit Teaching, Access for All - Cognitive Engagement, Learner Agency - Cognitive Drive. All decisions are framed within these strategic levers to bring about the best possibilities and outcomes for all learners at Umarkoo. .

We are seeking passionate, positive, energetic learners to continue to shape our established culture of connection and excellence. People joining our Umarkoo team will be expected to bring intentionality in forming relationships and become comfortable in an environment that prioritises evolved learning, collaboration, strong communication, problem solving, flexibility, and adaptability in both mindset and action.

At Umarkoo, we value:

- Kindness in our relationships and interactions,

- Curiosity in our approach to learning, inquiry and each other,

- Courage in our actions and decisions,

- and a strong sense of Community.

Our motto articulates our values succinctly, guiding all we do:
Kind hearts. Curious minds. Courageous spirits. One Community.

All teaching staff will:





- be supported in sharing and further developing excellence in classroom practice and a deep understanding of how students learn.
- be supported by coaching, mentoring and professional learning in curriculum and wellbeing.
- be supported in curriculum design that reflects our values and enables every learner to thrive.
- work collaboratively in the use of data to inform teaching, track student growth and guide planning.
- be our culture champions that uphold and support high expectations, reflective practice and a commitment to continual improvement.

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

SC6Demonstratedal

📌 Generalist Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne