Classroom Teacher - Graduates encouraged to apply

Skipton Primary School is situated 50 km south-west of Ballarat on the Glenelg Highway. The school has a long history of providing quality education for the children of the town and surrounding farming communities.

In 2026, we have an enrolment of 67 students. Our vision captures what we strive to provide for our students ¿ nurturing and educating each child to be their best self, with a solid sense of community, confidence, kindness and courage.

Our school community is guided by our values of:
¿ Curiosity ¿ encouraging questions and exploring the world around us.
¿ Confidence ¿ helping each other believe in ourselves.
¿ Kindness ¿ shown through everyday acts of care and support among students, staff and the community.
¿ Courage ¿ standing up for what¿s right and giving things a go, even when they feel challenging.

Our workforce consists of 15 staff, including eight teachers, six education support staff and the principal. The school consistently achieves excellent academic results and learning growth. We run a one-to-one computer program with a mix of iPads and PCs. Our specialist programs include Science, Art, Library, Sustainability, Digital Technologies, Physical Education and Auslan.

Extra-curricular opportunities are extensive. Students participate in regional swimming, athletics, cross-country, golf and cricket. They enjoy camping programs and interstate trips, along with community initiatives such as the Sovereign Hill costume program, tree planting around the town, and participation in ANZAC and Remembrance Day commemorations. Many of our students enter local photography and art competitions, achieving great success. Every student also takes part in our much-loved end-of-year concert.





Our students, staff, parents and wider community are deeply involved in the life of the school and committed to delivering a high-quality education for the town and district. Colleges in Ballarat and Beaufort highly value our graduates for their strong academic foundation, values and work ethic.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team ¿ someone who is passionate about primary education and eager to contribute their skills to our vibrant school community.

Our Principal warmly encourages you to make contact, introduce yourself and arrange a tour of our wonderful school. We would love for you to see what we are all about. Please call Chanelle on (03) 5340 2*** to arrange a time that suits you.

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.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes.The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 2

Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school

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