St Mary of the Cross Catholic Primary School
St Mary of the Cross Catholic Primary School is searching for a highly skilled, experienced educator wanting to join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering academic excellence, spiritual growth, and social and emotional wellbeing in our students.
We are seeking a teacher who shares our enthusiasm for evidence-based teaching strategies and has the capacity to work 0.8 - 1.0 FTE. At St. Mary of the Cross, you'll have the opportunity to receive:
- Playberry Laser Literacy Training
- Playberry Laser Tier 2 Training
- Secret Agent Society (SAS) program
- Ongoing instructional coaching
- Positive Behaviours for Learning induction and professional development
Join our dynamic team and be part of an environment that provides a high-quality, faith-based education that prepares students for a successful future. The successful applicant will be able to begin work at the commencement of Term 1 2027. We will review applications as they are received, and the school may appoint a suitably qualified candidate before the closing date.
St Mary of the Cross Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.
Applicants are asked to demonstrate experience in the following:
- enhancing the learning of individual and small groups of students through explicit teaching in intervention
- an ability to develop and maintain respectful and caring relationships with students, families and colleagues
- a capacity to use data to make informed decisions about learning and teaching
- ability to administer, analyse, and interpret diagnostic tools (e.g., DIBELS, Playberry, UFLI, or EMP Math assessments) to pinpoint exact learning gaps.
- ability to adapt tier-2 and tier-3 curriculum materials/programs in real time, using visual models, concrete manipulatives, and tailored prompts.
- consistently measuring student growth over short cycles (e.g., weekly or fortnightly) using progress monitoring to track rate of improvement.
- Building psychological safety, high trust, and a growth mindset in students who often feel frustrated, anxious, or disengaged due to past learning difficulties.
- Effectively communicating student data, goals, and strategies with classroom teachers, speech pathologists, educational psychologists, and parents.
- Using Personal Learning Plans, developing SMART goals and assessing student progress
- strong behaviour management that promotes the development of prosocial skills (an understanding and experience with PBL an advantage)
- an ability to collaborate with teachers, leaders and Allied Health professionals for the success of students
- the willingness to adhere to St Mary of the Cross Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct and other policies relevant to Ministerial Order 1359
- a commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children
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Learning Enhancement Teacher in Melbourne employer: Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd.
St Thomas Aquinas Primary School is an exceptional employer, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture where teachers are empowered to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. With a strong commitment to professional development and a focus on creating a nurturing environment, employees can thrive while supporting the diverse needs of the school community. Located in a vibrant area, the school offers unique opportunities for personal and professional growth, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to build their careers.
Contact Details:
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd. Recruitment Team
