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2026 Primary School Teacher

2026 Primary School Teacher
South Melbourne Primary School

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Victoria, Australia
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Job posted on August 15, 2025
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Job Description:
Join One of Victoria’s Top-Performing Primary Schools – We’re Searching for the Best of the BestAre you the kind of teacher who refuses to settle for “good enough”?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment where every day is about unlocking extraordinary student potential?If you have the passion, the skill, and the drive to be among the best educators in the world — we want you on our team. About UsWe are one of Victoria’s highest-performing primary schools, known for our relentless focus on student success and a culture of professional excellence.
Our staff are not just teachers — they are expert practitioners, collaborative innovators, and lifelong learners committed to making a difference.Want proof of our culture and results?
See our Staff, Student, and Parent Satisfaction Results here – the numbers speak for themselves. Visit the URL below to see an infographic:https://southmelbourneps.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ExternalSharing/EXOgtmMLeu1NgM_32fnQbuEBdG2wCuWlBI9Iiv82kTXw9w?e=5o6EDD The RoleAs a Classroom Teacher here, you will:
  • Teach in a school that uses Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) as the backbone of every lesson — delivering structured, engaging, high-impact learning.
  • Work alongside top-tier colleagues who will challenge, support, and inspire you daily.
  • Receive weekly professional development, personalised coaching, and actionable feedback to sharpen your craft and accelerate your growth.
  • Help foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom culture where both academic and social-emotional outcomes thrive.

EDI experience is highly regarded — but if you have the talent and the hunger to master it, we’ll get you there. What We’re Looking ForWe only hire teachers who:
  • Bring uncompromising work ethic and relentless commitment to student success.
  • Have a proven track record of achieving exceptional learning outcomes.
  • Embrace feedback, seek constant improvement, and value team collaboration.
  • Understand that character, resilience, and wellbeing are as important as academic results.

Why You’ll Love It Here
  • You’ll join a team with elite performance standards — and the results to prove it.
  • Your professional growth will skyrocket with weekly PD and ongoing coaching.
  • You’ll work in an environment where excellence is the norm, not the exception.

If you are ready to bring your A-game every single day and help us set the bar for education in Victoria, apply now.To Apply:
Send us your resume and a cover letter showing why you’re exactly the teacher we’re looking for.Job Type: Full-timePay: $78,801.00 – $116,894.00 per yearBenefits:
  • Employee mentoring program
  • Extended annual leave
  • Maternity leave
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Visa sponsorship

Application Question(s):
  • Are you comfortable and capable of working in a high-pressure environment where achieving outstanding student outcomes is a key focus?

Experience:
  • Primary Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:
  • VIT Registration (Required)

Work Authorisation:
  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In personApplication Deadline: 12/12/2024
Expected Start Date: 27/01/2026
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