Art and Technology Teacher (Primary)

Mount Scopus Memorial College is one of the world’s most respected co-educational Jewish Day Schools. Operating across three world-class campuses in Melbourne, we support approximately 1,400 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 and employ a dedicated team of around 700 staff. 

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. 

Are you a passionate educator who sees the natural connection between creative expression and digital innovation? We are seeking an energetic and visionary Primary Art & Technology Teacher to join our vibrant Upper Primary School located in Burwood, Victoria. Students in Years 4 to 6 are at a pivotal developmental stage—transitioning from foundational craft to complex design thinking, digital art, physical computing, and media production. In this dedicated specialist role, you will bridge fine arts and digital innovation, empowering students to turn abstract ideas into real-world creations. The successful candidate will need to teach General Art which includes painting, drawing along with mixed media, ceramics and printmaking. The positions available are:

(0.60) FTE part-time fixed term employment contract for Term 4, 2026 commencing on 5 October 2026 and ending on 16 December 2026.

(0.80) FTE part-time permanent ongoing position commencing from Term 1, 2027 (27 January 2027).

Key Selection Criteria

• Expertise in implementing best practice pedagogies that facilitate interdisciplinary projects that incorporate STEAM concepts with Arts and Design. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in delivering explicit instruction to support student learning and development in Art and technology

• Demonstrated knowledge and passion for teaching Creative Art and Design Technologies

• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver clear and documented learning sequence in Art and Technology

• Demonstrated ability to monitor support and provide feedback to both student and families using both formative and summative assessment strategies

• Proficiency in using digital tools for both arts and administrative tasks, including the ability to teach students how to use digital design software.

• Strong passion for creativity and the arts, with the ability to inspire young students to explore their artistic potential and think critically about design and technology.

• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with teachers, students, and families in ways that benefit the whole learning community

• Implements, monitors, and reviews strict safety guidelines, with the supervised use of equipment.

Applicants must have the following; 

• current teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, 

• experience in planning and delivering an engaging, hands-on Art & Technology program specifically tailored to Year 4 to Year 6 students.

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

• current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain within six months of employment

Mount Scopus Memorial College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Being Jewish is not a prerequisite for employment, although a worldview that is sympathetic to the Jewish ethos is essential.

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.

To view the Position Description, please click here. Should you require further information, please contact Jodie Doble, Deputy Principal (Primary) on email: jdoble@scopus.vic.edu.au or contact the College on telephone number (03) 9834 0000.

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

Mount Scopus Memorial College takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process. Please note that the College may require additional background checks.

Applications Close: 5 PM, 4 September 2026