Department of Education Victoria – Doncaster VIC

Doncaster Primary School, established in 1863, has a long history of providing a rich and diverse educational program to students across the Inner East of Melbourne. We strive to provide an innovative and engaging learning experience, which promotes individual excellence and develops social responsibility. The aim is to instil a lifelong love of learning through meaningful and challenging activities, within a safe and caring environment. At DPS we endeavour to deliver best-practice teaching, empowering student learning through programs that encourage students to become self-motivated, successful and active global citizens.

Doncaster Primary School values quality education with high expectations. We achieve high individual growth by utilising data to inform teaching and learning. Students learn in a safe, vibrant and caring environment that promotes acceptance, confidence, curiosity and respect; in line with our guiding values of: Determination, Pride and Success. Each student is valued, listened to and supported in their learning.

The school has a current enrolment of 580 students with 25 classes, including the following Specialist Programs - STEM, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, LOTE and EAL, and extension programs. The teaching staff at Doncaster Primary School are friendly, committed and approachable. They strive to deliver quality programs and take extra care in learning about the unique abilities and diverse cultures of each child. As a school we pride ourselves on an inclusive learning program which caters for all students.

Building staff capability is a key priority at DPS. We provide ongoing skilled learning, leadership opportunities,



and staff work in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to strengthen practice. Staff wellbeing is equally valued, and we take pride in maintaining a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

The school is aligned with School Wide Positive Behaviour Project and Respectful Relationships as overarching programs to guide the work and commitment to student health and wellbeing.

The partnership with parents is an integral component in the success of the school. The parents and community work actively together to support the educational programs. Doncaster Primary School is a friendly, supportive and dedicated learning environment for all students and families.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated 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.

SC2 Demonstrated 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.

SC3 Demonstrated 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.

SC4 Demonstrated 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.

SC5 Demonstrated 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 about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher pr

📌 Classroom Teacher Ongoing 2027 (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne