Teacher - Junior School

4 days ago

St Kilda, Australia St. Michael's Grammar School Full time

At St Michael’s, every student matters—and our caring, inclusive community empowers each individual to discover their passions, flourish in their learning, and thrive socially and emotionally. We were proud awardees at the Educator Awards, Primary School of the Year (2024), and recognised for our innovative learning environments. Our learning ecosystem, anchored in creativity and inquiry, ensures life-shaping educational experiences. Our vibrant community is deeply committed to nurturing the whole child through evidence-based practices and a strong culture of care.

St Michael’s Grammar School is seeking a passionate, inspiring and dedicated Junior School Teacher. This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed-term opportunity, commencing Semester 1 2026.

**About the Role**

This position is dedicated to creating and delivering engaging, evidence-informed teaching, learning, and caring programs in the Junior School. We seek an educator who:

- Is deeply aligned with the School’s vision and values, inspiring students through purpose-driven practice.
- Embodies a lifelong learner mindset, modelling curiosity, reflection, and professional growth.
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence and integrity, building trust and showing empathy in every interaction.
- Thrives in collaborative partnerships, working authentically with colleagues, families, and the wider community.
- Holds high expectations for all learners, consistently delivering exceptional pedagogical approaches that challenge, engage, and extend students.

**Key Requirements**

The successful applicant will:

- Be a qualified Junior School Teacher with current VIT registration.
- Actively engage in all aspects of school life, contributing to a vibrant and connected learning community.
- Have proven experience in inquiry-based learning, fostering student agency, engagement, and higher-order thinking.
- Use evidence-based literacy and numeracy programs to ensure students achieve strong foundational skills.
- Be confident in differentiating learning to support students with diverse learning needs.
- Demonstrate clear, adaptive communication skills, ensuring curriculum and classroom practice are responsive and inclusive.
- Model exemplary classroom practice, using innovative and effective teaching strategies that reflect current research in pedagogy.

**Why St Michael’s?**
- Culture of continuous improvement and celebration of success
- Exceptional resources and facilities
- Professional development and coaching opportunities
- Staff wellbeing supported by an active Staff Association
- Employee Assistance Program and staff benefits

**Application Details**

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Ms Nadine Moustafa on 03 8530 3341.

**Student Safety and Wellbeing**

St Michael’s Grammar School is committed to Student Safety and Wellbeing. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Student Safety and Wellbeing Policies and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the School’s website.

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