QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Primary Education.
• Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Experience in teaching Performing Arts at the primary school level is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, students, and families.
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
  St Marianne Cope Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. The successful applicant will be subject to child safety screening, including a current VIT registration and referee checks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build positive, respectful relationships with students, nurturing their individual talents and supporting their social, emotional, and creative growth.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students to explore and express themselves creatively.
• Design and implement a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate Performing Arts program for primary-aged students, with a focus on music, drama, and expressive movement.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that foster creativity, imagination, confidence, and collaboration through performance-based learning.
• Support students in developing performance skills and confidence, encouraging participation in class, assemblies, and school events where appropriate.
• Collaborate with the specialist team and classroom teachers to support integrated learning opportunities and contribute to the wider school curriculum.
• Plan and coordinate performances, showcases or celebrations of student learning that reflect the school’s values and community identity.
• Uphold and promote the Catholic identity, values, and ethos of the school in all teaching and professional practices.
• Participate in professional learning aligned with the MACS Vision for Instruction and Vision for Engagement, and actively contribute to school improvement initiatives.
• Play an active role in the establishment of a new school culture, fostering community, creativity, and a sense of belonging as a foundation staff member.