Primary STEM Specialist Teacher

Mentone Primary School is located in the residential beachside suburb of Mentone, within the City of Kingston, on the traditional lands of the Bunurong People. Established in 1889, the school has served the local community for over 135 years, fostering a strong tradition of excellence in education. Our Vision Mentone Primary School aspires to foster a vibrant community where every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. By nurturing meaningful connections that embrace the rich diversity of students’ cultural backgrounds, individual needs, and unique abilities, we aim to empower them with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to shape the world around them. Our Values We strive to be respectful, honest, team players, friendly, and caring. Teaching and Learning We offer engaging, high-quality learning programmes that are collaboratively designed, developed, and evaluated by our leadership team and staff through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). These programmes include a broad Literacy and Numeracy curriculum, specialist programmes in Auslan, Library, Physical Education, STEM, and Visual Arts, and a strong emphasis on sustainability, student leadership, and the integration of digital technologies. Inclusion and Support Mentone Primary School supports students with a Disability Inclusion Profile (Tier 3) and provides Tier 2 funding to enable targeted interventions. We promote an inclusive learning environment for all students. Beyond the Classroom Our outdoor education programme (Year 3–6) offers camps and inter-school sporting competitions. The structured student‑leadership programme includes PLAY Leaders, Student Leaders, and four School Captains. Child Safe Standards The school is fully compliant with the Child Safe Standards and is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child. Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate literacy and numeracy skills, and experience responding to student learning needs. SC2 Experience planning and implementing high-impact teaching strategies and evaluating their impact on student growth. SC3 Experience monitoring & assessing student learning, using data to inform practice and providing feedback to students and parents. SC4 Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader school community. SC5 Behaviours and attitudes consistent with department values; commitment to professional learning and continuous improvement. Role The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges. The primary focus is on planning, preparing, and teaching programmes to achieve specific student outcomes, and engaging in critical reflection and inquiry to improve knowledge and skills. Range 2 teachers play a significant role in improving student performance, developing and implementing school policies, mentoring other teachers, supervising student teachers, and using student data to inform instruction. Range 1 teachers develop skills to become effective classroom practitioners, manage classrooms, deliver subject content, and participate in policy development and professional learning. New entrants receive structured support and mentoring. Responsibilities Direct teaching of groups and individual students. Contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum areas. Undertaking classroom teaching-related and organisational duties as determined by the principal. Participating in parent‑teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps, and excursions. Undertaking other non‑teaching supervisory duties. Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and qualified to teach or have demonstrated experience in the specified curriculum area(s). Diversity and Inclusion The Department is committed to diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The department provides reasonable adjustments for staff with disability. Conditions of Employment Employment is subject to satisfactory pre‑employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment. Details on terms and conditions are available on the Department's Human Resources website. Qualification Requirements Provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Completion of an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching programme on or after 1 January 2024, demonstrating accreditation as per the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership standards. Graduation from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education programme after 1 July 2016 must include the required literacy and numeracy test (LANTITE). This position requires a commitment of 7.6 hours per day across three school days each week. #J-18808-Ljbffr