IB Middle Years Programme(MYP) Coordinator

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Good News Lutheran College invites applications for an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coordinator. This full-time, ongoing role includes a three-year appointment as MYP Coordinator with a 0.6 teaching load during the coordinator period.

You will lead MYP implementation, collaborate with staff to drive inquiry-based learning, and oversee assessment and reporting while aligning with IB and Australian Curriculum requirements. Child safety and Christian ethos are central to the role.

Qualifications

• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications.
• Ability to lead curriculum development, assessment and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead MYP implementation, curriculum planning and review in alignment with IB requirements and the Australian Curriculum.
• Guide teachers in delivering engaging, inquiry-based and concept-driven learning.
• Lead collaborative planning and professional learning to strengthen teaching practice.
• Coordinate assessment, reporting and student-led conferences, and oversee NAPLAN implementation and results analysis.
• Liaise with the International Baccalaureate Organisation and promote the MYP within the College community.
• Support student wellbeing and child safety while modelling the College’s Christian ethos and values.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Digital literacy

Autonomy

Education

VIT registration

Tertiary teaching qualifications

Lutheran leadership accreditation

Tools

Compass or curriculum management platform

Job description

IB Middle Years Programme(MYP) Coordinator

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 28 November 2026

Lead the IB Middle Years Programme, inspire teaching excellence and foster engaging, inquiry-based learning.

Join a Thriving, Innovative Learning Community

About Good News Lutheran College

Good News Lutheran College is a growing Prep–12 Christian College located in Melbourne’s western corridor, with contemporary campuses in Tarneit and Mambourin. We are committed to delivering a holistic, Christ-centred education that nurtures academic excellence, character development, and student wellbeing.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a collaborative and experienced educator to join our growing team as the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coordinator.

This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position, with a three-year appointment as MYP Coordinator. The role includes a 0.6 teaching load during the coordinator appointment.

As a key member of the College’s pedagogical leadership team, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of the MYP, supporting high-quality teaching and learning.

You will be primarily responsible for:

• Leading MYP implementation, curriculum planning and review in alignment with IB requirements and the Australian Curriculum.
• Guiding teachers in delivering engaging, inquiry-based and concept-driven learning.
• Leading collaborative planning and professional learning to strengthen teaching practice.
• Coordinating assessment, reporting and student-led conferences, and overseeing NAPLAN implementation and results analysis.
• Liaising with the International Baccalaureate Organisation and promoting the MYP within the College community.
• Supporting student wellbeing and child safety while modelling the College’s Christian ethos and values.

Why GNLC?

At Good News Lutheran College, we cultivate a high-performing, supportive and values-driven culture where career-focused educators can truly thrive.

We offer:

• A culture that prioritises professional growth, staff wellbeing and career progression
• Contemporary facilities and future-focused learning environments

Selection Criteria

• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration and relevant tertiary teaching qualifications
• Demonstrated teaching expertise and experience in curriculum or pedagogical leadership
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the IB Middle Years Programme, the Australian Curriculum and inquiry-based, concept-driven learning
• Ability to lead curriculum development, assessment and reporting, and support continuous improvement in teaching practice
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to lead collaborative teams and support change
• Strong organisational skills, digital literacy and the ability to work autonomously, with proficiency in Compass or a comparable curriculum management platform
• Commitment to the Christian ethos of the College, student wellbeing and child safety
• Appropriate Lutheran leadership accreditation, or willingness to undertake the required accreditation

Special requirements

All selected applicants will be required to undergo background checks, including reference checks and relevant regulatory checks.

Good News Lutheran College is a Child Safe Environment. Our College actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students. All College staff and volunteers are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment and are expected to comply with the Child Safe Standards, including Ministerial Order 1359. Recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, and all applicants are informed of our child safety policies, including the Child Protection and Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct, available on the College’s website.

Affiliation: Lutheran
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

1614 Students
115 TeachingStaff
68 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers IB

Offers VET

Good News Lutheran College is located in the suburb Tarneit, in the City of Wyndham which continues to be ranked as the fastest growing Local Government area within Victoria and the third fastest in Australia. Its estimated population by 2021 is expected to exceed 245,000, with 384,000 anticipated by 2036. Good News is located approximately 25 minutes west of Melbourne and 40 minutes northeast of the City of Greater Geelong.The College was established in 1997 and has been steadily increasing in size each year, reaching an anticipated capacity of 1500 by 2027. Current enrolments are 960 students spread across Prep to Year 12, in Junior (P - 5), Middle (6 - 9) and Senior (10 - 12) Sub-Schools, Good News commenced Middle Schooling education in 2011 with Year 7, began its Senior School (Year 10) in 2014 and progressed to its first Year 12 in 2016. A committed, energetic and passionate staff work in teams to cater for the needs of all students. This is a dynamic and growing College providing staff with an exciting opportunity to be involved in the development of expanding Junior, Middle and Senior Schools.