Full time opportunity for a primary teacher with a literacy specialty

FTE: 1.0FTE

Commencement: Fixed term contract: 21 July – 12 December 2025

At Fintona, our exceptional teachers and staff create a world of active learning where each girl has the opportunity to find her own version of extraordinary. We are renowned for a distinct and challenging approach to academic excellence that celebrates a love of learning across a wealth of disciplines, and for developing girls who move beyond their comfort zone to become fearless and adaptable leaders in their chosen field.

Our extraordinary Year 6 learners are seeking an outstanding teacher to continue their diverse and challenging learning experience. This teaching position is full-time and is available from 21 July 2025, for Terms 3 and 4. Since this role includes teaching Year 7 English, the successful candidate will also be a literacy specialist.

The successful candidate will possess:

• VIT registration;
• Relevant tertiary qualifications;
• Current and broad knowledge of curriculum and effective pedagogy in their subject area, and which aligns with the Australian curriculum;
• Literacy specialty;
• Current knowledge of educational trends and schooling practices as they pertain to the role; and
• Current knowledge of learning technologies in relation to the role and the delivery of the curriculum.

Fintona teachers seek out and implement new ideas and practices to enliven our students’ learning journey, provide meaningful pastoral care, are integral to student wellbeing and safety, and embed themselves in the ethos and life of the School.  This includes attending school wide events, excursions, and engaging in our camps (outdoor and adventure) program.

In addition to working in a highly professional and collegiate environment, the successful applicant will receive:

• generous employment entitlements under our Enterprise Agreement;
• access to an Employee Assistance Program;
• generous leave entitlements in excess of the NES;
• extensive learning and development opportunities; and
• access to a vibrant and active social club.

Further information on this exciting opportunity can be obtained from the Position Description or by contacting Human Resources on 9830 1388.

Applications are to include a one page cover letter addressed to the Principal and a CV that includes three professional referees. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Applications close 12 May 2025. Please note: the interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We would encourage applications to be received as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Fintona Girls’ School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Response and Mandatory Reporting Policy and Procedure and Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks, and required to provide a current VIT registration.

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