About ELTHAM College ELTHAM College is an independent co-educational school in Nillumbik Shire, northeast of Melbourne. At ELTHAM, education is a daring adventure – we provide authentic learning opportunities so that students can become world-ready. ELTHAM College grows the heart and mind of each child. We believe that school is an adventure where children learn to think for themselves, in preparation for a future of exciting possibilities. Located in an extraordinary environment, students experience an engaging, rigorous world-ready curriculum while being supported with warmth, care and respect. At ELTHAM College, our values guide the way we work, learn and interact with one another. We encourage all staff to Be courageous, Be curious, Be respectful, Own it and Be one team. These values underpin our commitment to a supportive, inclusive and collaborative community where every individual is encouraged to grow, take responsibility, embrace new ideas and contribute positively to the learning and wellbeing of our students and colleagues. The College has a strong commitment to technology. All applicants should be able to demonstrate their desire to maximize the use of technology in an educational environment. The College is committed to fostering global awareness including equipping our community to engage thoughtfully, ethically, and responsibly with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). Purpose of the role The Junior School Teacher is responsible for creating a stimulating, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students in the Junior School (Prep–Year 6). The role focuses on fostering academic growth, social and emotional development, creativity, and curiosity while aligning teaching practice with the College’s vision, values, and curriculum frameworks. Main Duties/Responsibilities Teaching and Learning
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to the Curriculum
- Differentiate teaching to cater for the diverse learning needs, strengths, and interests of students
- Integrate literacy, numeracy, inquiry-based learning, and digital technologies into daily practice
- Create opportunities for creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving in learning experiences
- Monitor and report on student progress through formal and informal assessment, providing regular feedback to students and parents Pastoral Care and Wellbeing
- Foster a positive, respectful, and safe classroom environment that promotes student wellbeing
- Actively support students in developing social-emotional skills, resilience, and self-confidence




- Establish strong, supportive relationships with students and families to enhance learning and wellbeing outcomes Skilled Practice
- Collaborate with colleagues to design integrated curriculum programs and co-curricular activities
- Participate actively in staff meetings, professional learning, and whole-school initiatives
- Maintain accurate records of student achievement, attendance, and wellbeing matters
- Uphold the College’s policies, values, and child safety standards Co-curricular and Community Engagement
- Contribute to the co-curricular life of the College (sport, arts, clubs, outdoor education, etc.)
- Participate in excursions, camps, and school community events
- Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and the wider school community Selection Criteria Experience
- Preparing and delivering effective teaching and learning programs within the frameworks in place, in Junior School
- Utilising a range of pedagogical approaches to meet individual needs and engage students, including the use of digital technologies
- Providing pastoral and academic care of students within and beyond the classroom
- Providing leadership in, and demonstrate a positive attitude of encouragement and participation for all students in co
- curricular activities
- Keeping abreast of new advances and curriculum development in teaching and learning areas as well as current developments in educational thinking
- Evidence of regular involvement in professional learning
- Involvement in, or contributions to, the school community beyond the classroom Skills and attributes
- Understanding of how students learn, and knowledge of curriculum and programs that enhance that learning
- Demonstrated innovative and creative teaching and learning practices and skills
- Ability to fulfil all requirements relating to assessment and its documentation as set out by the College, Junior School, Victorian Curriculum, and the Australian Curriculum
- Ability to monitor, evaluate, and report on evidence of student learning within the relevant curriculum area and provide regular feedback to students
- Capacity to accommodate different student learning styles and abilities




- Foster a supportive classroom climate which enhances student learning, promotes excellence, and acknowledges the needs of students to be both challenged and supported
- Demonstrate thorough processes for preparation, planning and recording of the teaching and learning program
- Ability to develop constructive relationships with students which engender positive attitudes to learning
- High level communication and interpersonal skills when relating to students, parents and staff
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Knowledge of child safe practices, including reporting requirements
- Ability to assess and evaluate student learning
- Ability to always maintain professional confidentiality and discretion Qualifications and Employer Requirements
- Appropriate qualifications for teaching in Victoria
- Clearance to work with children
- registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- Entitled to live and work in Australia
- A commitment and capacity to contribute to the College’s co-curricular program
- Completion of Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations (training provided by DoE Victoria) Organisational Accountabilities ELTHAM College is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of its staff and students. ELTHAM College and its staff must comply with a range of statutory requirements, including child safe, equal opportunity, occupational health and safety, privacy and trade practice. ELTHAM College also expects staff to comply with its policies and procedures, which relate to statutory requirements and our day-to-day operations. Child Safety at ELTHAM College All staff at ELTHAM College are responsible for providing a safe environment and the protection of children and young people within our care, including promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety. All staff are responsible for reporting information about suspected child abuse. All staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raise any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct. ELTHAM College takes a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and is fully committed to ensuring that its strategies, policies, procedures, and practices meet all Child Safe Standards as specified in Ministerial Order No. 1359 (2022). All applicants should refer to our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct found at www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au/abouteltham/policies/.

📌 Junior School Teacher (Victoria)
🏢 Eltham College
📍 Victoria