Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1500579
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 and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.
As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.
Classroom teacher Range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.
A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.
Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.
Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.
At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.
Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.
Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.
The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.
In 2026, we are seeking a teacher who is enthusiastic about supporting the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and the Science of Learning to support student learning and engagement schoolwide.
Wallaroo Primary School is a small primary school located in Hastings, along the Western Port side of the Mornington Peninsula. We currently have 87 students. Our school is proud to have 25 students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. In total, 22 students receive Tier 3 funding through the Disability Inclusion Program. Additionally, over 86% of our families qualify for CSEF funds, and our 2025 Student Family Occupation Index stands at 0.80. The current school staff profile consists of three Principal Class staff, eight teachers, nine Education Support Staff members and a Business Manager.
At Wallaroo, we believe that every student can achieve strong outcomes when provided with high expectations, targeted support, and early intervention. Our school embraces a whole-school approach to delivering a rich and engaging learning program that promotes a positive educational experience for all learners.
We are committed to investing in evidence-based professional development for our staff, with a focus on teaching strategies and practices that align with how students learn best¿rather than relying on an individual program. A cornerstone of our teaching and learning approach is the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Through MTSS, we ensure that every student receives the appropriate level of support to succeed. This includes targeted small-group and one-on-one interventions, in-class support, and a collaborative process for monitoring and responding to students¿ academic and wellbeing needs. Our goal is to create an environment where all students can thrive¿becoming happy, healthy, and resilient lifelong learners.
Wallaroo has a strong and well-established foundation in wellbeing practices, underpinned by the School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) Framework. We firmly believe that academic achievement flourishes when students feel safe, valued, engaged, and ready to learn.
In 2026, we look to further strengthen our teaching and learning MTSS to align with our tiered wellbeing practices. These include:
Tier 1-
Schoolwide use of trauma informed practices, including the use of Berry Street Educational Model, to establish and reinforce consistent and predictable classroom routines to meet diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
Our school values ¿ Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Your Best ¿ form the foundation of our expected student behaviours. These behaviours are explicitly taught and regularly reinforced. Positive behaviour is consistently recognised through our Values Token System.
Teachers engage with the Rights, Resilience and Respectful Relationship curriculum materials to develop students' social, emotional and positive relationship skills.
Daily brekkie program and weekly lunch program.
Tier 2-
Our Diversity and Inclusion Officer works across Tier 2 and 3 levels to provide tailored Social Emotional Learning programs to meet the specific needs of identified students.
A School-funded Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist engage with students in both small groups and one-to-one sessions to target and improve areas of need.
We offer other engagement opportunities for students who may require additional opportunities to connect with school, including our Healthy Eats Kitchen and Garden program, lunchtime clubs, and varied partnerships with school/community-based programs.
Tier 3-
Our Wellbeing coordinator supports individual students on a needs base and assists with de-escalation, implementation of DE initiatives and liaisons with families and DFFH.
External psychologist supports students one-on-one where required.
Our Wellbeing team supports families with securing paediatric appointments through our partnership with Peninsula Health, with diagnosis, applying for disability inclusion funding, developing engagement plans, and supporting teachers and education support staff with appropriate adjustments in the classroom.