Classroom Tchr

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan

Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 26/01/2026

Organisation: Schools (Government)

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Teacher

Reference: 1457417

**Location Profile**:
Dear Applicant,
Are you looking for a vibrant school that fosters innovation, collaboration and a supportive environment? Join our team at KGPS We are proud to have established a thriving, progressive, professional learning community with great staff, great students and great families

At Keysborough Gardens PS, our teachers demonstrate a strong passion for collaborative planning and teaching within state-of-the-art flexible learning spaces. They thrive in a culture of collective efficacy, maintaining a positive mindset, and relishing the ongoing professional development opportunities offered by our growing school. We are dedicated to the social, emotional, and academic growth of every student, and our teachers' commitment to student learning and their own growth as high-quality educators and leaders underpins everything we do.

Keysborough Gardens PS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applicants with from all backgrounds and encourage everyone, from experienced teachers to graduates to apply.

Considering a transfer? It is worth noting that teachers who hold an on-going position are able to take up a contract position in another school, with the approval of their principal. This becomes a temporary transfer for the tenure of the contract.

Applications should also include a Curriculum Vitae which outlines: - personal details; a summary of all relevant experience, background/interests, and qualifications; the names and contact details (including after hours or mobile) of three referees.

Sherri

Sherri Jenkins
Principal

SCHOOL PROFILE

**Welcome to Keysborough Gardens Primary School**

**At Keysborough Gardens Primary School, we are dedicated to nurturing both academic and personal growth in every student. Since opening our doors on 28th January 2020, our school has blossomed into a vibrant community with approximately 430 students and a dynamic team of educators. Next year we are predicting approximately 480 students and an increase of 3 classes (from 20 classes to 23). As we look to the future, we anticipate growing to 600-650 students.**

**Our beautiful school is located in the heart of Keysborough South, just 27 km south-east of Melbourne. The area, rich in cultural diversity, has transformed from market gardens to a bustling residential community. We are proud to serve this growing and diverse neighbourhood, offering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member can thrive.**

**At Keysborough Gardens, our educators are the heartbeat of the school. They have a passion for teaching and a commitment to nurturing the whole child. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including flexible learning spaces and, a well-equipped Performing Arts and Physical Education centre provide the perfect backdrop for 21st-century learning. Our students benefit from a wide range of opportunities, from STEM, Performing Arts, Visual Art, to Physical Education and Mandarin, all designed to cater to individual learning needs.**

**We are an authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, proudly offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) as the framework for our curriculum. Our inquiry-based approach encourages students to explore, question, and connect their learning to the world around them. This, combined with explicit teaching informed by ongoing assessment, ensures that each student is supported on their unique learning journey.**

**Our core values, Kindness, Empathy, Gratitude, Respect and Excellence are at the heart of everything we do. These values guide our interactions and help us build a school community where every individual feels valued and supported. We believe that by fostering these qualities in our students, we are preparing them not only for academic success but for life.**

**At Keysborough Gardens Primary School, we are committed to creating a happy, innovative and caring environment for all. We invite you to be part of our journey and contribute to the continued success and vibrancy of our school community.**

**Why join the KGPS team**:
**By joining KGPS, you will become part of a highly supportive and collaborative culture that prioritises professional growth and development. We offer positions from Prep to Year 6, with numerous opportunities for leadership across the school. As we continue to grow, there will be further opportunities for ongoing positions, allowing you to advance within our expanding community.**

**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