At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and empower students through engaging lessons and supportive teaching strategies.
- Company: Berengarra School, a not-for-profit dedicated to student wellbeing and success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, salary packaging, parental leave, and employee assistance program.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team in a supportive environment with small class sizes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing educational challenges.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Education and strong understanding of inclusive teaching practices.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 131000 $ per year.
- Full-Time, Ongoing Position
- Box Hill Campus
Annual Salary: $90,000 – $131,000 (depending on experience) + Super. Salary Packaging available
Inspire Learning. Empower Change. Make a Difference.
Berengarra School is seeking a passionate, dedicated and skilled Classroom Teacher to join our dedicated team at our Box Hill campus, delivering the Victorian Curriculum.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who have experienced challenges in mainstream education and to work within a multidisciplinary team committed to wellbeing, engagement, and success.
Berengarra School is an independent, not-for-profit, co-educational secondary school for students who have experienced social and emotional challenges that impact their engagement with education.
We provide a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where each young person is supported to re-engage in learning, build self-belief, and achieve success.
Our values of Hope, Belonging, Nurture, and Success guide everything we do across our two campuses:
Box Hill Campus: Years 7–10, Victorian Curriculum
Chadstone Campus: Years 11–12, VCE Vocational Major (VM) and Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC)
About the Role
The Classroom Teacher plays a vital role in fostering a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes both academic and social‑emotional growth.
- Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the Victorian Curriculum.
- Implement trauma‑aware and inclusive teaching strategies aligned with individual education plans (IEPs).
- Work closely with wellbeing staff, families, and allied professionals to support each student’s learning and personal development.
- Contribute to the school’s positive, collaborative, and wellbeing‑focused culture.
For the full Position Description please visit the school website https://berengarra. vic. edu. au/current-vacancies/
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education (Secondary or Primary)
- Current VIT Registration (or eligibility to register)
- Strong understanding of inclusive and differentiated teaching practices
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Training in trauma‑aware education practices
- Higher qualification and/or experience in special education, learning diversity.
- Current First Aid certification
- Experience teaching of the Victorian Curriculum, VCE or VCE VM curriculum
- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
- Child Safety Commitment
Berengarra School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Child Safe Standards and School Community Code of Conduct.
- Small class sizes with additional classroom support
- $15,900 p. a. salary packaging (pro rata) + additional packaging opportunities available
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Free onsite parking/close to public transport links
- Supportive, collaborative, and values‑driven culture
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Classroom Teacher in Melbourne employer: Berengarra School
Berengarra School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff. Located at the Box Hill campus, teachers benefit from small class sizes, additional classroom support, and generous salary packaging options, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students who have faced educational challenges. With a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, Berengarra School fosters an environment where educators can thrive and contribute to a positive change in the community.
