An exciting opportunity for enthusiastic Junior School Teacher to join our team. This is a full time fixed term replacement position for Term 4, commencing on 6 October to 10 December, Teaching Grade 1. ELTHAM College is an independent co-educational school in Nillumbik Shire, northeast of Melbourne. At ELTHAM, education is a daring adventure – we provide authentic learning opportunities so that students can become world-ready. ELTHAM teachers have exceptional skills and have the autonomy to apply them creatively. Joining our dynamic team means immersing yourself in a liberating environment - a place where freedom, challenge, and trust co-exist. Here, we foster a culture of mutual respect, where teachers and students work in harmony, friendship, and collaboration. If you possess the necessary qualifications and skills listed in the position description, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. About you: Innovative classroom practitioner who will take a creative approach to learning within our unique environment Adventurous and inspiring educator who can influence and inspire in a future focused, dynamic environment Educator with exceptional interpersonal skills, who can build authentic, collaborative relationships with students and staff A lifelong learner who will embrace the College's ethos of ‘growing hearts and minds to help our community prosper’ A strong desire to maximise the use of technology in an educational environment We offer: A competitive salary and benefits Supportive and collegiate team Free on-site parking On-site Café Free access to the College gym, swimming pool and Pilates Proximity to walking tracks in a tranquil yet energetic environment Employee Assistance Program Be inspired by the young people of the College and have the green and leafy surrounds of the ELTHAM College Research campus as your work backdrop! Growing hearts and minds, and helping our community prosper. Applicants must be entitled to live and work in Australia. Click here to view the full Position Description To apply, please submit a cover letter and your curriculum vitae, addressing the key selection criteria to ELTHAM College at elthamcollege.vic.edu.au. Closing date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025 Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint at any stage prior to the closing date. Child Safety at ELTHAM College All staff at ELTHAM College are responsible for providing a safe environment and the protection of children and young people within our care, including promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety. All staff are responsible for reporting information about suspected child abuse. All staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raise any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct. ELTHAM College takes a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and is fully committed to ensuring that its strategies, policies, procedures, and practices meet all Child Safe Standards as specified in Ministerial Order No. 1359 (2022). All applicants should refer to our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct found at www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au/abouteltham/policies/.