Mathematics Department Lead & Senior Teacher

Mlc School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated focus on professional growth

State of the art facilities

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted school fees

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Fitness Passport

Job summary

MLC School in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Head of Department – Mathematics to join from January 2027. This full-time, permanent leadership role supports curriculum delivery, assessment and departmental organisation while continuing to teach senior courses including HSC Extension Mathematics.

You will work closely with the Head of Department to provide day-to-day leadership, review assessments and documentation, and ensure high standards across the Mathematics faculty.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Mathematics across HSC levels, including Extension Mathematics.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and the confidence to support or take responsibility for senior Mathematics courses when required.
• Experience with IB Mathematics, or familiarity with the IB curriculum, would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A high level of attention to detail, particularly when reviewing assessments, curriculum documentation and departmental processes.
• Initiative and the ability to work independently, anticipate needs and follow tasks through to completion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive and collaborative relationships.
• The confidence and experience to provide practical guidance and support to colleagues, including when teaching or classroom management concerns arise.
• A collaborative leadership style and a willingness to contribute positively to the ongoing development of the Mathematics Department.
• A commitment to excellent teaching practice and positive learning outcomes for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical day-to-day leadership across the Mathematics Department, supporting high-quality teaching and learning, departmental organisation, assessment and curriculum delivery.
• Support curriculum delivery, assessment and departmental organisation alongside teaching senior courses including HSC Extension Mathematics.
• Review assessments, documentation and processes to support accuracy, consistency and high standards.
• Collaborate with the Head of Department and staff to develop and implement curriculum improvements and classroom practices.

Skills

Mathematics teaching

Curriculum knowledge

IB Mathematics experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Communication skills

Leadership support

Collaborative leadership

Student outcomes focus

Job description

MLC School in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Head of Department – Mathematics to join from January 2027. This full-time, permanent leadership role supports curriculum delivery, assessment and departmental organisation while continuing to teach senior courses including HSC Extension Mathematics.

You will work closely with the Head of Department to provide day-to-day leadership, review assessments and documentation, and ensure high standards across the Mathematics faculty.