About Bialik College

Bialik College is a pluralist Jewish school, embracing an inclusive approach to Judaism. All students attend one campus in Hawthorn, creating a close-knit community of students and learners from as young as three months old in our Children’s Centre, three years old in the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12 in the Senior School. Students come from throughout Melbourne, with many travelling to school on public transport or Bialik buses.

Bialik celebrates diversity and inclusion in its workforce, and has a thriving culture based on community and excellence in education. Our workforce is comprised of employees from a diverse range of faiths and backgrounds. Applicants of any faith (or no faith) are encouraged to apply.

Bialik College is committed to child safety. We recognise the importance of, and our responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of all children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing. All applicants must read, and be supportive of the contents, in the following link - Employment Opportunities | Bialik College

The Position

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Teacher - Junior Primary to deliver high-quality education, and oversee curriculum, planning and assessment of students.

The position is ongoing part-time commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant must be available to work at a 0.60FTE capacity during Semester 1, increasing to 0.80FTE during Semester 2, 2027.

Duties and Responsibilities

Base teaching on best theoretical and practical knowledge and knowledge of each student's development, skills and interest.

Identify and cater for individual learner needs, collaborating with other teachers and specialists' staff in the College.

Provide an environment that promotes the cognitive, physical, emotional, social and intellectual wellbeing of all students.

Work closely with parents regarding the progress and development of their children.

Participate in the creation, development and evaluation of curriculum.

Design lesson plans and assessments that reflect a deep understanding of the content.

Stay informed regarding current trends, teaching practices and curriculum and resource developments by remaining in contact with relevant associations and other professional networks.

Role Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications and VIT registration is essential.

Experienced with the Reggio Emilia approach to teaching.

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) trained - Autism focus

Experience developing modified curriculum for students with additional needs.

Up to date with current research into teaching in early years learning.

Recent experience with additional needs in an Early Years classroom.

Open to new ideas and a willingness to implement and change.

Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and the broader school community.

Benefits

Up to 7 days of gifted leave per year (Jewish Holidays) in addition to public holidays

Permanent full-time staff entitled to a 25% school fee discount for their children (Kindergarten to Year 12) Permanent part-time employees (working more than 50% of FTE) will be entitled to a pro-rata fee discount

Free private & secure onsite car parking with onsite security

Free membership & access to onsite gym & swimming pool

Onsite Canteen

Free access to confidential wellbeing support including onsite psychologists, counsellors & external Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Discounts at local retailers including – cafes, car repairs & more

Discounted rental rates for hiring school facilities

Located close to the Monash Freeway, Tooronga Train Station (7-min walk) and trams (10-minute walk)

As part of your application via SEEK, please ensure to include a cover letter (one page maximum) addressing the role requirements.

*NOTE: The advertised salary range is subject to an increase in March 2027, and a further increase in July 2027, in accordance with the College’s Enterprise Agreement.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.