Primary Teachers (2026) (Foundation/Prep to Year 6)

Mount Scopus Memorial College is a co-educational Jewish School from Early Learning to Year 12 across three campuses; St Kilda East, Caulfield South and Burwood.

Our philosophy of learning and teaching is to foster positive relationships, explicitly teach Literacy and Numeracy skills and use an inquiry-based, concept driven approach underpinned by high impact teaching strategies.

As our school community experiences a period of exciting growth and internal movement, we are looking for new passionate teachers to help us continue this journey. This unique time of expansion means we have a variety of opportunities available, offering new and experienced educators a chance to be part of shaping our future.

We invite teachers with a growth mindset and a passion for lifelong learning, who are inspired and motivated to work in a demanding learning environment, to apply for Primary Teacher positions available commencing from Term 1, 2026. The positions available are full-time permanent positions and fixed term replacement positions across our three campuses.

Applicants must have the following;

• a current teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching,

  • current First Aid Certificate

  • a sound understanding of the Child Safe Standards and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Mount Scopus Memorial College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You do not have to be Jewish to work at Mount Scopus, and we welcome applicants from diverse cultural backgrounds.

To view the Position Description, please clickhere.

Applicants should submit their resume and a covering letter addressing their suitability and outlining pertinent experience for the role based on the following key criteria:

• A demonstrated knowledge of the curriculum standards, including the ability to incorporate the explicit teaching of literacy and numeracy skills.

  • A demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing the high impact teaching strategies.

  • A demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning and using this learning to inform planning and instruction.

  • A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, colleagues and the wider school community to support student engagement and learning.

  • A demonstrated passion to contribute to and to work as part of the vibrant team at Mount Scopus Memorial College.

Should you require further information, please contact the College on telephone: (03) 9834 0000 or email:mdipaolo@scopus.vic.edu.au.

What we offer

Mount Scopus Memorial College offers a 35 hour working week, competitive salary, free on-site car parking at Burwood Campus, Employee Assistance Program, a staff rewards program, and salary packaging through Maxxia. In addition to School Term Holidays, this role also offers paid Jewish Holidays.

If you would like to be part of this exciting educational environment, please click on the “Apply Now" button and complete the Application Form attaching your Curriculum Vitae and cover letter addressed to Maria Di Paolo, People and Culture Administrator.

*Mount Scopus Memorial College fully complies with Child Safe Standards.. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process.

Applications Close: 19 September 2025*