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Primary Teacher

Job Title: Primary Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Tarneit, Victoria, Australia
Industry: Education
Salary: AU$76000 - AU$116000 per annum
Start Date: 28/1/25
Reference: TRD-2024-1268_1729569754
Contact Name: Tahlia de Van der Schueren
Contact Email: Tahlia.Schueren@twrecruitment.com.au
Job Published: Oct 22, 2024

Job Description

About the Role:
A fantastic opportunity awaits a passionate Primary teacher at an International Baccalaureate (IB) school in Tarneit, Melbourne's west. Starting in 2025, this community-focused school offers flexibility in year levels based on your expertise and interests

You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team, contributing to an IB curriculum that fosters inquiry-based learning and global awareness. With professional development opportunities available, this is a chance to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Join this vibrant school community and help shape the future of young learners!

Key duties:

  • Develop and implement lesson plans and instructional materials that align with the Victorian curriculum
  • Establish and maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning, including managing student behaviour, fostering positive relationships, and promoting mutual respect among students.
  • Design and administer assessments, to evaluate students' understanding and provide timely feedback to students and parents on their progress and areas for improvement.
  • Provide additional support and assistance to students who require differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with learning disabilities or English language learners.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to share ideas, resources, and strategies for improving student learning outcomes.
  • Participate in team meetings, grade-level planning, and school-wide initiatives to support the school community.

Skills & Experience:

  • Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
  • Have a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
  • Demonstrate previous experience in teaching Primary in Australia advantageous
  • Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).

Offering:

  • Starting as a full-time role in Term 1, 2025
  • Instructing students across F-6
  • Collaborating with approachable and transparent leadership and wider teaching team
  • Salary aligned with demonstrated expertise and time dedication
  • New facilities with combination closed and open classroom spaces

The School:

  • Around 850 students spanning from Foundation to Grade 6
  • International Baccalaureate accredited school
  • An approachable management team and smaller team structures facilitating effective planning and support
  • Abundant opportunities for professional development
  • Excellent facilities and resources

Why work with Tradewind?

The Benefits:

  • Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
  • Relevant and real information about roles
  • No joining fees/other fees
  • Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
  • Interview tips and preparation provided
  • Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 or email your interest

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.