The Arts Teacher

**Role Description/Criteria**

At St. John's, we believe that children are at the centre when given authentic and meaningful experiences. They flourish when their passions and interests are acknowledged and valued. Children are empowered when they take ownership for their learning. They have a right to develop autonomy through discovery (St. John's Staff).

This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

We are looking for an educator who has a passion forThe Arts in a primary school context and brings an energy and enthusiasm to plan and implement challenging and enjoyable opportunities for children Prep - Year 6.

Characteristics of St John's Educator:

- A commitment to, and a respect for the Catholic identity of the school including multi-faith perspectives.
- A willingness to collaborate and actively contribute in a team focused environment.
- An openness to new learning, research and evidence based practices in all areas of the curriculum.
- A passion for play and project learning and an interest in how the Reggio Emilia approach can be imagined in an Australian school context.
- A commitment to providing adjustments for all children to experience success.
- Actively contributes to building the culture of wellbeing for all (e.g. Berry Street Educational Model and The Resilience Project)
- A passion for building strong relationships and connections with everyone in the community (children, parents and colleagues).
- A willingness to engage in dialogue around professional growth.

Applicants are required to hold a current VIT registration.

If we find a successful applicant prior to the closing date then this advertisement will be removed.

Emily Conroy

**Application Procedure**:
**Details**:
**Address**:34 Essex Street
Footscray

**Phone**:9687 3150

**Principal**:Miss Emily Conroy

**Applications Close**:11/10/2024

**Position**: Teaching

**Type**:Fixed Term

**Hours per Week**:Part-time

Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy.pdf Application-for-Employment -SJ The Arts.docx Specialist Educator Role Description.pdf Statement of Principles Regarding Catholic Education.pdf