Leading Teacher – Innovation

Beechworth Montessori School | Beechworth, VIC

Are you ready to lead with purpose in one of Victoria’s most beautiful towns?
Beechworth Montessori School is seeking a visionary Leading Teacher – Innovation, to join our dynamic leadership team. This is your opportunity to shape the future of education in a school where creativity, independence, and curiosity are the heartbeat of learning.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

· Live and work in stunning Beechworth

· Generous salary + flexible hours outside term time

· Happy, engaged children who love coming to school

· Motivated colleagues + a determined leadership team

· Work with the leadership team to drive a bold new Strategic Plan in a progressive, independent school

What You’ll Bring

· A “can-do” attitude and creative thinking

· Proven leadership experience in a school setting

· Expertise in Daily Organization/ Policy oversight and practice/ managing high-performing teams

· VIT-recognized teaching qualifications

· Knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum

· Commitment to student safety and wellbeing (WWCC required)

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities will be finalised depending on the successful applicant’s strengths and experiences and in keeping with the school’s needs.

· Lead the day-to-day organisational management of the school, ensuring smooth operations across administration, compliance and support functions

· Work closely with the Principal and leadership team to deliver the school’s Strategic Plan and monitor progress towards key goals

· Support the primary and Early Years Educational leaders to ensure excellent teaching and learning experiences for all children

· Develop, implement and refine policies, procedures and systems that strengthen organisational effectiveness and compliance

· Support staff recruitment, onboarding and professional growth in collaboration with the leadership team

· Build strong relationships with staff, parents, students and the wider community to foster engagement and trust.

· Identify and drive opportunities for innovation and improvement across school operations.

Your Impact

You’ll lead with vision, collaborate with purpose, and help shape a learning environment where students are empowered to explore, question, and grow. You’ll be a mentor, a strategist, and a champion of innovative processes, procedures and practice.

How to Apply

· Forward your resume, cover letter, VIT registration, and WWCC

· Send your application to [email protected] before COB September 19th.

· For enquiries, call 03 5728 2940 and ask to speak with the Principal for more details about this role.