<p>Applications are invited from suitably qualified teachers to join our vibrant learning community in the role of Classroom Teacher. We have a vacancies in Foundation, Year 3 and Year 6. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who are driven by strong moral purpose and whose practice is focused on optimising children&#39;s learning and wellbeing. <br /></p><p><b>This position will appeal if you: </b></p><ul><li>love working with children and want to make a positive impact in their lives; </li><li>want to be part of a welcoming, thriving and diverse community; </li><li>want to work as a valued member of a supportive and professional team; </li><li>love learning and continue to seek ways to improve your own practice; </li><li>enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues in pursuit of school goals; and</li><li>want to work in a great school.</li></ul><p><b>This position requires that you have the capacity to:</b></p><ul><li>to nurture the faith of all in our community, actively supporting our Catholic school vision; </li><li>engage in the ongoing development of the school as an inclusive Catholic community; </li><li>create nurturing learning environments where children are respected, their voices are heard and they are safe and feel safe. </li><li>create effective teaching and learning experiences that are purposeful, engaging and meaningful so that children&#39;s learning and wellbeing are optimised; </li><li>design and implement differentiated teaching strategies that are responsive to the assessed learning strengths and needs of the child; </li><li>engage with colleagues in a cycle of continuous inquiry and learning about effective teaching practice. </li><li>develop respectful, learning-centred relationships with children and their families; </li><li>communicate effectively with children, colleagues, parents/carers and community members; </li><li>participate in the broader life of the school including the Sacramental program, camps and community events; and </li><li>behave professionally and ethically in all forums.</li></ul><p><b>To be considered for this position you must:</b></p><ul><li>have an understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission. </li><li>either have, be undertaking, or intend to undertake accreditation to teach Religious Education;<br /></li><li>be committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care; and</li><li>have appropriate registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.</li></ul><p>Ongoing employment will be offered to suitable candidates.<br /></p><p>Graduate teachers are encouraged to apply.</p><p><b><i>Application Procedures:<br /></i></b></p><p>Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to the Principal: <a href="mailto:principal&#64;goodsam.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">principal&#64;goodsam.catholic.edu.au</a> </p><p>Applications must include: completed online application form, a cover letter and a resume including the names of three (3) referees.</p>