Employment

Why work at Geelong Lutheran College?

Geelong Lutheran College is a unique workplace. Our highly valued and respected staff members are committed to challenging minds, nurturing hearts and building futures.

Our team includes a core of more than 190 employees with many additional team members in casual positions. Across both the St John’s Newtown and Armstrong Creek sites, our staff collaborate to create a positive learning environment. We’re committed to attracting and retaining high quality academic and corporate team members.

Director of Teaching and Learning (Primary)

Geelong Lutheran College is seeking an experienced, passionate and forward-thinking educational leader to join our Primary Leadership Team as Director of Teaching & Learning (Primary).

Commencing in 2027, this is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished educator to lead and strengthen teaching and learning across our Primary campuses, with particular responsibility for the coordination and ongoing development of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Working closely with the Heads of Primary, Teaching & Learning Leader, classroom teachers and specialist staff, the Director of Teaching & Learning (Primary) will provide strategic and pedagogical leadership that supports high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and maximises outcomes for every student.

About the role

The Director of Teaching & Learning (Primary) will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the PYP across the College's Primary campuses, ensuring the program reflects IB philosophy and standards while aligning with the Australian Curriculum, Christian Studies and the broader educational priorities of Geelong Lutheran College.

A key focus of the role will be supporting and developing teachers through coaching, mentoring, collaborative planning and professional learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the IB Primary Years Programme.

• Acting as a key liaison between the College and the International Baccalaureate.

• Leading the development and review of the Programme of Inquiry and associated scope and sequence documentation.

• Supporting the alignment of PYP with the Australian Curriculum, Christian Studies, Restorative Practices and Social and Emotional Learning.

• Strengthening evidence-based approaches to Literacy and Numeracy, incorporating explicit instruction and inquiry-based pedagogies.

• Coaching and mentoring teachers in planning, teaching, assessment and the development of high-quality Units of Inquiry.

• Facilitating collaborative planning and professional learning across Primary campuses.

• Supporting effective assessment practices and the use of data to inform teaching and improve student outcomes.

• Promoting student agency, international-mindedness, inclusion and reflective learning.

• Identifying and facilitating internal and external professional development opportunities, including IB training.

• Supporting the induction and ongoing development of staff new to the PYP.

• Promoting contemporary teaching practices, including the effective use of digital technologies and the discerning use of AI.

• Building strong connections across campuses and sharing PYP developments with staff, families and the broader College community.

• Managing the PYP Action Plan and associated resources and budget.

About you

We are looking for an educational leader who is passionate about teaching and learning and who can inspire, support and develop others.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of contemporary Primary pedagogy and curriculum.

• Experience with, and a strong understanding of, the IB Primary Years Programme, its philosophy and approaches to teaching and learning.

• Demonstrated ability to provide curriculum and pedagogical leadership.

• Experience coaching and mentoring teachers and building collaborative professional practice.

• Strong knowledge of evidence-based Literacy and Numeracy practices.

• The ability to use student learning data and evidence to inform curriculum and teaching decisions.

• A commitment to inclusive education and meeting the needs of diverse learners.

• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.

• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional learning.

• A willingness to work collaboratively across campuses and contribute positively to the Primary Leadership Team.

Why join Geelong Lutheran College?

This is an opportunity to take on a significant Primary educational leadership role within a welcoming and collaborative College community.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Shape teaching and learning across our Primary campuses.

• Lead the continued development of an established PYP learning community.

• Work alongside committed teachers and leaders who value collaboration and professional growth.

• Influence curriculum, pedagogy and professional learning at a strategic level.

• Support innovative, evidence-informed and student-centred approaches to learning.

• Contribute to a Christian learning community focused on supporting students to thrive.

To Apply:

All applications MUST include:

• Completion of our Academic Staff Application Form

• A Covering Letter

• A current CV

• A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria

 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9.00am Friday 20 November 2026. Applications to be emailed to: employment@glc.vic.edu.au

Geelong Lutheran College is committed to providing a child safe environment. All staff are expected to uphold the College's commitment to child safety and wellbeing and comply with all relevant child safety policies, procedures and requirements.

  It is a requirement of employment that all staff strictly adhere to our Child Safety Policy.  

Inclusive Education Leader (Secondary)

Geelong Lutheran College is seeking an experienced and dedicated Inclusive Education Leader. Based at the Geelong Lutheran College Armstrong Creek (P-12) campus, the Inclusive Education Leader (Secondary) is responsible for promoting an inclusive educational environment through overseeing and monitoring the academic welfare of students with diverse educational needs. This includes students with high intellectual potential and those requiring additional learning support in different areas of the curriculum. 

Reporting to the Head of Secondary, the Inclusive Education Leader (Secondary) operates in close collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary), Heads of Faculty and subject teachers to provide optimum learning opportunities for students with diverse needs.

This will include leading a committed team in:

• planning and coordinating the delivery of additional support for students and in fostering their holistic development

• providing support and guidance to teaching staff in the development and implementation of appropriate programs that support students with diverse learning needs

• ensuring learning opportunities and tasks are differentiated to optimise student growth

• actively pursuing the values, vision, goals and pathways of the College’s Strategic Plan

 Qualifications:

• Qualification in education of students with diverse educational needs

• Excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills

• Current VIT Registration

 Position Details:

• Part time 0.6 FTE plus 0.4 FTE teaching load

• Commencing in Term 1, 2027

• 3 year contract

 To Apply:

All applications MUST include:

• Completion of the Academic Staff Application Form

• A Covering Letter

• A current CV

• A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9:00am Monday 23 November 2026 and emailed to: employment@glc.vic.edu.au

A copy of our position description including our Key Selection Criteria is below. 

Geelong Lutheran College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of its students to be at the core of all we do.

  It is a requirement of employment that all staff strictly adhere to our Child Safety Policy.  

Learning Coaches - Primary & Secondary roles

Geelong Lutheran College is seeking qualified, experienced and compassionate Learning Coaches to join our Inclusive Education team in both our secondary and primary campuses.

Working collaboratively with teachers and the Inclusive Education team, the Learning Coach will support identified students to access learning, participate meaningfully in College life and develop greater confidence and independence.

The position will provide in-class assistance and targeted individual or small-group support. The successful applicant will implement agreed learning adjustments and support strategies while encouraging students to become increasingly independent in their learning, organisation and social interactions.

 Key responsibilities include:

• Providing learning support to students with disability and additional learning needs.

• Assisting teachers to implement individual learning plans, reasonable adjustments and modified learning activities.

• Supporting students with organisation, transitions, engagement and task completion.

• Reinforcing concepts and clarifying teacher instructions.

• Assisting students to develop confidence, independence, self-advocacy and positive peer relationships.

• Monitoring student progress and providing relevant feedback to teachers.

• Supporting agreed student health, behaviour, safety and personal care plans where required.

• Attending excursions, camps, meetings and relevant professional learning activities.

To be considered, applicants must have:

Secondary Role:

• A minimum Certificate IV in Education Support or an equivalent disability support qualification.

• Relevant experience supporting secondary-aged students with disability, additional learning needs or diverse learning profiles.

Both Roles:

• Relevant qualifications and experience supporting school-aged students with disability, additional learning needs or diverse learning profiles.

• Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to work collaboratively, follow teacher direction and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

• A strong commitment to child safety, student wellbeing, confidentiality and inclusive education.

• A current Working with Children Check and National Police Check, or the ability to obtain the required checks before commencing.

Position Details:

• 2 x part-time roles

• Commencing term 1, 2027

• Fixed term contract until December 2027

A Certificate IV in Disability Support or another relevant disability support qualification will be highly regarded, as will experience supporting students with complex learning, communication, behavioural, sensory, medical or personal care needs.

 The successful applicants will be a calm, adaptable and collaborative team member who can build positive relationships with young people while supporting their dignity, participation and independence.

 To Apply:

All applications MUST include:

• Completion of the General Staff Application Form

• A Covering Letter

• A current CV

• A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria (located within the position description) specific to the role you are applying for.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9:00am Monday 23 November 2026 and emailed to: employment@glc.vic.edu.au

A copy of our position description including our Key Selection Criteria can be found below.

Geelong Lutheran College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of its students to be at the core of all we do.

  It is a requirement of employment that all staff strictly adhere to our Child Safety Policy.