Description:
About CREST Education
CREST Education comprises of two independent, coeducational schools with over 2,200 students, an Equestrian Centre and an Environmental Reserve at Clyde North. Hillcrest Christian College, established in 1981, operates from Early Learning to VCE levels, including VCE mainstream, VCE IB and VCE VM. Rivercrest Christian College is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) World School, with modern facilities including our brand-new Senior Learning Centre and STEAM building based in Clyde North.
CREST Education is a premier Christian educational institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth. We provide a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and prepare for lives of leadership and service.
The role
A fixed term position, part-time position is now available for an experienced Visual Arts Teacher. The role is a parental leave position available from the end of May for the remainder of the school year (5 December 2025).
The successful candidate will have:
- The desire to teach in an environment where both Christian values and academic excellence are emphasised
- Passionate about teaching the Primary generation
- Relevant qualifications with VIT registration and commitment to professional learning
- Proven record of field-work experience and/or relevant tertiary qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess students' skills to design a flexible, personalised curriculum that addresses their unique needs and goals.
- Designing and delivering engaging art lessons that align with the curriculum.
- Teaching various artistic techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, digital art, and mixed media.
- Encouraging students to explore their creativity and develop their unique artistic styles.
- Integrating art history, theory, and contemporary practices into lessons.
- Assessing student work and providing constructive feedback.
Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience teaching PYP to students.
- A genuine passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering both academic and personal growth in students.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex design concepts and engage effectively with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Dedicated to ongoing professional development, staying current with trends in Humanities and maintaining a proactive approach to teaching.
Qualifications, attributes & ethos
- VIT Registration.
- Strong commitment to Christian values and the mission of CREST Education.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Preferably experienced in teaching the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme and/or or be committed to a concept-driven, structured-inquiry approach to teaching
- Competent using ICT as a tool in the classroom
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
CREST Education is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College’s Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid VIT registration and will be subject to police and background checking in accordance with this policy.
Candidates are required to complete the online application and supply a covering letter and CV. Please state all of the subjects you are qualified to teach.
Benefits:
- Free parking and gym on site
- Employee Assistance Program
- School fees discounts for staff
- Free EV charging for staff
- Career development and ongoing position
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Crest Education.
CREST Education is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College’s Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (non-teachers) or VIT registration (teachers) and will be subject to background checking in accordance with this policy.
Applications close 17 April 2025, 10:00am
Candidates are required to complete the online application and provide a covering letter and CV.
Applications should be addressed to: Mrs Caryn Johnson, Head of Campus – Rivercrest Primary.
www.cresteducation.vic.edu.au
www.rivercrest.vic.edu.au
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