What are the responsibilities and job description for the L.O.T.E. (Italian) Teacher – Primary School position at Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools?
Role Description/CriteriaIn applying for a position with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), you will be asked to provide certain personal information to enable your application to be considered. Any personal information that is provided to MACS in relation to an application for employment will be handled in accordance with MACS obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). To find out more about how MACS handles personal information, you are encouraged to read the MACS Privacy Policy.Role Description:About Holy Child Primary SchoolHoly Child Primary School is a vibrant, outward-facing institution dedicated to fostering strong learning partnerships with students, parents, and the community. Aligned with the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) ethos, we strive to create a safe, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment that nurtures both academic and personal growth.Position OverviewWe are seeking a passionate and dedicated LOTE Italian Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will deliver a high-quality LOTE Italian Education program that engages students, promotes physical activity, and encourages the use of Italian Language Key Responsibilities
- Plan and implement a vibrant and developmentally appropriate Italian program aligned with the Victorian Curriculum (Languages – Italian).
- Use the MACS Vision for Instruction to ensure explicit teaching, high expectations, and structured learning sequences. Foster meaningful engagement through the MACS Vision for Engagement, ensuring learning is active, collaborative and culturally responsive. Integrate language, culture, and multimodal learning experiences that support EAL learners and a multicultural school community.
- Use assessment data and digital tools to track growth and differentiate instruction.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to enrich the whole-school Languages program.
- Employ positive behaviour management strategies that promote active participation and curiosity in language learning.
- A growth mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning.
- Demonstrated understanding of contemporary language-teaching pedagogy.
- Capacity to support learners with English as an additional language.
- Ability to design engaging lessons that build confidence and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Experience developing or enhancing a whole-school Italian program.
- Familiarity with digital learning platforms and language-learning technologies.
- Commitment to Catholic education and the safety and wellbeing of all children.
- Current VIT registration.
- Current accreditation to teach in a Catholic School or a willingness to gain Accreditation to Teach Religious Education .
- Supportive Community: Be part of a collaborative and supportive school environment.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development.
- Flexible Terms: Negotiable contract terms to suit your professional needs.