Secondary Teacher Maths and/or Science – Joshua Centre (Autistic Education)

Flinders Christian Community College VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite café/canteen

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Staff recognition initiatives

Tuition discount for staff's children

Free flu vaccination

On-site OSH Club

Job summary

Flinders Christian Community College Tyabb Campus invites applications for a full-time Secondary Teacher at the Joshua Centre, commencing Term 1, 2027. The role focuses on autistic education with Maths and Science teaching as an advantageous skill.

The Joshua Centre provides a differentiated program for students on the autism spectrum and integrates academic, spiritual and wellbeing support within the college community.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and Christian education.
• Proven understanding or experience with autism and inclusive practices.
• Please note applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current VIT registration.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics and/or Science (advantageous).
• Support student growth academically, spiritually, and personally.
• Participate in the broader life of the College, including co-curricular activities, pastoral care, and staff collaboration.

Skills

Autism education understanding

Interpersonal skills

Lifelong learning

Christian education commitment

Job description

Tyabb Campus

Full-Time Permanent
Commencing Term 1, 2027

Applications are invited for the position of Secondary Teacher at our Joshua Centre, from passionate and innovative teachers with a strong commitment to Christian education. The successful candidate will be passionate about autistic education and have experience working with students on the Autism spectrum. The ability to teach Maths and Science would be advantageous.

The Joshua Centre opened in 2022 and is a special purpose educational facility that supports students on the Autism spectrum. The Joshua Centre is located on the Tyabb Campus and provides a differentiated learning program and environment better suited to the sensory needs and routines of students with Autism. We seek to see students with Autism not just survive, but instead thrive,be bold and courageousin their learning, social connection and wellbeing in order to live afull and purposeful life.

Flinders Christian Community College is a co-educational, non–denominational College with campuses located at Tyabb, Carrum Downs, and Mt. Martha offering education from K – 12.

Flinders College seeks to achieve long term educational outcomes related to student understanding and dispositions for life-long learning. The Christian values of the school provide a stable foundation for living in a changing world, and equip students to face the challenges of life with hope and purpose for the future.

Take a look and learn more here – https://www.flinders.vic.edu.au/the-joshua-centre

Why Join Flinders

• Christ-centred community focused on student wellbeing and development
• Opportunities to grow both professionally and spiritually
• Beautiful school grounds surrounded by nature, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise
• We value families, eligible permanent and part-time staff may access a tuition fee discount for their children attending the College.
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an onsite café / canteen
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Free flu vaccination
• Access to salary packaging options
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• On-site OSH Club

About the Position

• Full-time, Permanent, commencing Term1, 2027
• The ability to teach Mathematics and/or Science would be advantageous.
  Support student growth academically, spiritually, and personally
  Participate actively in the broader life of the College, including co-curricular activities, pastoral care, and staff collaboration
  A Position Description has been included.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for teaching and Christian education.
  Proven experience or understanding of autism, along with evidence informed, practical tools and strategies to support autistic children and create an inclusive and positive environment for all.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students and colleagues.
  Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
  Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current VIT Registration.

Applications close: 13 November 2026unless filled earlier.

Please note that the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Commitment to Child Safety

Flinders Christian Community is committed to the protection of all children and young people from all forms of abuse. All staff are required to provide referees, proof of identity and academic qualifications checks prior to employment. Adherence to the College’s child-safety practices, Code of Conduct andcompletion of regular child safe and other related training is mandatory for continued employment.