12 month - fixed contract with the possibility of ongoing
Commencing Term 1, 2027
About the Role
We are seeking innovative educators with a passion for Performing Arts and Media who are ready to contribute to a highly collaborative community of professionals. Our open-plan learning communities offer vibrant, inclusive, and relational communities of practice with strong leadership support. Child-centred and welcoming with strong family and community connections. Experienced and graduate teachers are welcome to apply. Open to the possibility of this being a part-time role.
Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:
- To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;
- To provide students with a rich and engaging educational experience;
- Ensure the delivery of the Performing Arts and Media curriculum that reaches and engages students with a diverse range of educational abilities and backgrounds;
- A collegial and collaborative approach to learning and teaching.
Benefits:
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;
- Region living at its best with strong connections to community;
- A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
- Supportive leadership that values staff wellbeing, collaboration and professional growth
Key Selection Criteria -
- Understanding and Commitment to Catholic Identity and Mission;
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration (or be eligible for registration);
- A current or be willing to obtain an Accreditation to teach Religious Education Certificate;
- Demonstrated high- level knowledge of Victorian Curriculum and the AITSL standards with best practice, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning;
- Evidence of effective strategies for fostering a safe and positive classroom environment;
- Experience collaborating effectively with colleagues in planning, instruction, and assessment.
Applicants will be required to submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria
For a confidential discussion about the role contact:
Louise Chestefield, Principal: 03 5382 3000
Applications close Monday, September 14
Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.
Located in Horsham, Ss Michael and John’s Primary School provides a Catholic Education to the Horsham community and the surrounding rural areas. Our new school building was completed at the end of 2010 and provides flexible and open, indoor and outdoor learning spaces that have been built on the philosophy of supporting our students to become lifelong learners. We aim to support children as they learn to respond to the Gospel in their daily lives and explore their emerging role in society by providing a learning environment that supports their intellectual, spiritual, emotional, physical and social development. We offer a broad and versatile curriculum that is designed to build independence, self responsibility and resilience. Ss Michael and John's take the needs of our students seriously.
