<p>An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic classroom teacher to join the learning community of St Francis de Sales Primary School, Oak Park. This position would suitable to a graduate or early-career stage teacher who is passionate about designing engaging learning opportunities that support students to contribute to and adapt to the world around them.<br /></p><p>At St Francis de Sales, we believe it is every learner’s right to experience growth in their learning. We are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of excellence where both students and educators are consistently engaged in academic, spiritual, social and emotional development. </p><p>We are seeking an highly motivated, passionate, and innovative teacher to join our learning community as a classroom teacher beginning in the 2023 school year.  </p><p><b>The successful applicant will have:</b></p><ul><li>a strong commitment to Catholic Education and Catholic Identity</li><li>a willingness to be involved in the school and Parish Community</li><li>accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or a willingness to seek accreditation</li><li>exemplary learning and teaching skills with the capacity and desire to share this knowledge in a professional, collaborative and collegial way</li><li>strong interpersonal and communication skills with the capacity to continue to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and our Parish community</li><li>exemplary classroom management and teaching skills</li><li>a commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team</li><li>a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development</li><li>a strong understanding of contemporary learning and the Victorian Curriculum relevant qualifications and abilities to teach at all levels</li></ul><p><b>Commitment to Child Safety:</b></p><p>At. St. Francis de Sales strives to maintain a child-safe environment where each child feels safe and free to enjoy the day to the fullest without any concern for their safety. The wellbeing of all children in our care will always be our first priority and we have no tolerance for child abuse.</p><p><b>Special Requirements</b></p><p><b>All applicants must:</b></p><ul><li>have and maintain ongoing registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching </li><li>be accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school </li><li>provide the contact details of two referees.</li></ul>