Physical Education Teacher

About the role

St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School (SMCM) in Epping North is a vibrant, faith-filled community that values diversity and student-centered learning. With a focus on evidence-based teaching and well-being practices, we aim to support the development of each child, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. SMCM fosters an environment where every student can flourish.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a sequenced and comprehensive PE and Health program in line with the Victorian Curriculum
• Work collaboratively with other school PE teachers to align PE programs, whole school approaches and use of facilities and resources
• Modify and adjust instructions, skills, rules and scoring systems to promote fair play, safety and participation for all
• Assist staff as needed with weekly sport sessions
• Educate students in the correct use and care of resources
• Organise, coordinate and lead sporting events such as interschool sports, gala days, district events
• Apply for, utilise and acquit grant funding and budgets if required
• Promote Physical Education, Sport and Health within the school community through the school newsletter and engagement with local sporting/dance clubs

Requirements

• VIT registration
• Accreditation to teach in Catholic School and/or committed to providing a Catholic education for all students
• Committed to upholding the SMCM Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct
• Dedicated to catering for the individual needs of students in a school wide positive behaviour for learning environment
• Committed to building authentic relationships with all staff, children and families
• Willing to work collaboratively with others in a flexible learning environment
• Proven communication, organisational and time management skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a spirit of collegiality within a team
• Demonstrate ability to reflect on one’s own practise and commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth in the areas of physical education
• Commitment to our Catholic Tradition and Community & Family Engagement

This is a full-time, fixed-term leave replacement position for the 2027 school year, with the possibility of an ongoing position in 2028. While the position is advertised as full-time, part-time arrangements may be considered for the right applicant.