Classroom Teacher - 2027 - Fixed Term

St Agnes' School

Highett, VIC 


Primary Teacher

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 16 October 2026


St Agnes' is searching for an energetic, collaborative and innovative classroom teacher to join our staff team. This fixed-term position commences on 27th January 2027. Our school has a focus on evidence-based practices in teaching and learning, strong community connection and an emphasis on student wellbeing. St Agnes' has seen enrolment growth in recent years (2027 expected enrolment - 218).

<p><strong>Applicants should demonstrate:</strong></p> <ul> <li>a commitment to evidence-based best practices, with experience in or a capacity to enact explicit and direct instruction approaches/strategies</li> <li>an understanding of Structured Literacy and a knowledge-rich curriculum</li> <li>strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an eagerness to learn and improve within a team environment</li> <li>an ability to use student assessment information to inform instruction</li> <li>an ability to promote student wellbeing and engagement</li> <li>a strong ability to develop and maintain professional and caring relationships with students, parents and colleagues</li> <li>have a firm commitment to Catholic education</li> <li>be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Special Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>All applicants should be accredited to teach in a Catholic school or demonstrate a willingness to achieve accreditation to teach Religion in a Catholic school</li> <li>All applicants require VIT registration (or expectation to obtain for graduates)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Child Safety Commitment</strong></p> <ul> <li>St Agnes' community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</li> </ul>
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Application Instructions

<p>Applications should be completed in writing and forwarded via email to <a href="mailto:principal@sahighett.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20-%202027%20-%20Fixed%20Term%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">thartney@sahighett.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;by <strong>4pm on Friday 16th October</strong>. Applications need to include an updated curriculum vitae and application letter with the names of three confidential referees (including current Principal - if you are currently teaching).</p>