Director Of Teaching And Learning (Primary)

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd; Geelong; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Geelong Lutheran College in Geelong, Victoria, seeks a Director of Teaching & Learning (Primary) to lead the IB PYP across our Primary campuses, aligning with the Australian Curriculum and Christian Studies while driving high-quality teaching and student outcomes.

The successful candidate will work with Heads of Primary and leadership teams to coach teachers, develop the Programme of Inquiry, and foster evidence-based practice, inclusion, and international-mindedness across the college.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of contemporary Primary pedagogy and curriculum.
• Experience with IB Primary Years Programme and its approaches to teaching and learning.
• Proven ability to provide curriculum and pedagogical leadership.
• Experience coaching and mentoring teachers and building collaborative professional practice.
• Ability to use student data to inform curriculum and teaching decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and improvement of the IB Primary Years Programme across the College's Primary campuses.
• Act as a key liaison between the College and the International Baccalaureate.
• Lead the development and review of the Programme of Inquiry and associated scope and sequence documentation.
• Support alignment of PYP with the Australian Curriculum, Christian Studies, Restorative Practices and Social and Emotional Learning.
• Strengthen evidence-based approaches to Literacy and Numeracy, incorporating explicit instruction and inquiry-based pedagogies.
• Coach and mentor teachers in planning, teaching, assessment and the development of high-quality Units of Inquiry.
• Facilitate collaborative planning and professional learning across Primary campuses.
• Support effective assessment practices and the use of data to inform teaching and improve student outcomes.
• Promote student agency, international-mindedness, inclusion and reflective learning.
• Identify and facilitate internal and external professional development opportunities, including IB training.
• Support the induction and ongoing development of staff new to the PYP.
• Promote contemporary teaching practices, including the effective use of digital technologies and the discerning use of AI.
• Build strong connections across campuses and sharing PYP developments with staff, families and the broader College community.
• Manage the PYP Action Plan and associated resources and budget.

Skills

Primary pedagogy

IB PYP

Curriculum leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Job description

Director of Teaching and Learning (Primary)

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 20 November 2026

Geelong Lutheran College is seeking a Director of Teaching and Learning (Primary) commencing in 2027. Lead teaching and learning across our Primary campuses, driving excellence in the IB Primary Years Programme while inspiring teachers, strengthening contemporary practice and improving outcomes for every student..

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.