STEM Coordinator - Junior School

Methodist Ladies' College; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Ladies' College in Melbourne seeks a full‑time JS STEM Coordinator to lead P‑6 Science, Mathematics and Digital Technologies in line with the Victorian Curriculum. You will work with the Junior School Leadership team to develop a whole‑school STEM program and support teachers with planning and assessment.

The role includes coaching staff, analysing student data to improve outcomes, managing STEM resources and budgets, and building partnerships to extend learning opportunities for all

Qualifications

• Experienced leader of learning teams.
• Proven ability to implement evidence-informed teaching strategies.
• Ability to develop and review STEM curricula in line with standards.

Responsibilities

• Member of Junior School Leadership Team contributing to strategic direction.
• Lead development and delivery of P‑6 STEM programs aligned with Victorian Curriculum.
• Drive instructional leadership, coaching and professional growth of teachers.

Skills

Leadership

Instructional coaching

Curriculum development

Data analysis

Staff mentoring

Collaboration

Communication

ICT integration

Strategic planning

Education

Teaching qualification

Current Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration

Job description

Full Time
Applications Close: Monday, 5 October, 2026

Closing Date: 5 October 2026

The role

Full Time | commencing 2027

Teacher role is Ongoing | Allowance Position is Maximum Term of 1 year

The JS STEM Coordinator is a member of the Junior School Leadership team and, as such, accepts leadership responsibilities beyond those pertaining to the specific subject area. As a member of the JS Leadership team, they have both strategic and operational accountability. They work with the Section Coordinators to support Class teachers with the planning and implementation of a highly effective STEM curricula. This would be achieved through participative decision‑making, supportive delegation and leadership which encourages collaboration. They lead the development and implementation of a whole JS STEM program and strategic plan in line with the Victorian Curriculum.

The JS STEM Coordinator will also work in collaboration with the JS Digital Technologies teacher/LTC to upskill teaching staff in areas of IT and to ensure the implementation of an evidence‑informed Digital Technologies program.

Some responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• -Member of the Junior School Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the School.
• -Lead the development and delivery of innovative P-6 Science, Mathematics and Digital Technologies programs aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.
• -Drive excellence in teaching and learning through instructional leadership, coaching, mentoring and professional growth of teachers.
• -Lead professional learning initiatives, including classroom observations, learning walks and lesson modelling.
• -Collaborate with school leaders and Section Coordinators to enhance STEM teaching and learning across the Junior School.
• -Analyse and interpret student achievement data to inform teaching practice and improve student outcomes.
• -Develop, maintain and review STEM curriculum documentation, including Scope and Sequence, assessment and planning frameworks.
• -Support teachers to design and implement engaging, evidence‑informed and responsive learning experiences.
• -Lead the implementation and integration of Digital Technologies within the Junior School curriculum.
• -Foster partnerships with Learning Diversity and Gifted & Talented teams to support and extend all learners.
• 0Promote student participation and achievement in STEM‑related competitions, enrichment opportunities and learning initiatives.
• -Manage STEM resources, budgets and technology partnerships to support high‑quality programs and future‑focused learning.

About MLC

MLC is a leading independent girls' day and boarding school in the inner east of Melbourne. Our unmatched breadth of learning and wellbeing experiences and environments inspires and supports MLC students to find and nurture their individual interests and talents and achieve their best.
Known for our commitment to excellence and innovation in education combined with the unmatched breadth of our curriculum, co‑curricular activities, and College resources ensures our students discover their strengths and interests, nurture their talents, forge their own paths and achieve their best.
MLC students are empowered to be confident and resilient global citizens who possess the skills, knowledge and attitude to thrive throughout every stage of their schooling and in an ever‑changing, globalised world.

About You

• -Experienced and inspirational Class teacher.
• -The ability to lead, motivate and empower staff and to inspire students.
• -Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues to lead, plan, teach and evaluate the impact of evidence‑informed teaching strategies for improved student outcomes.
• -Strong ability to initiate and innovate across all areas of Junior School
• -Strong influencing, communication, presentation and documentation skills.
• -Knowledge of innovative teaching and learning practices, including an extensive appreciation of technology.
• -Demonstrated familiarity with current learning and wellbeing theories especially in relation to the primary years, and the ability to apply this in strategic approaches, program planning and implementation.
• -Demonstrated ability to provide high‑impact instructional coaching that ensures the continual development and growth of teacher expertise across the curriculum.
• -Proven competence with use of technology in a learning environment and in implementing curriculum.
• -An understanding of current educational issues at the local, national and international level.
• -Demonstrated professionalism and appropriate maintenance of confidentiality.
• -Experience in working with staff to develop relevant academic programs.
• -Flexible, responsive and creative with an innovative mindset.
• -Skilled at engaging with and developing positive relationships with a range of people in all levels of the organisation.
• -Well‑developed planning, organisational and decision‑making skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• -Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• -Current Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration.
• -Right to work in Australia
• -Participation in co‑curricular activities and educational experiences.
• -Adherence to all College policies and demonstration of behaviours in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Desirable Criteria

• Post graduate qualifications will be well regarded

For further information regarding this opportunity, please copy and paste the following URL into your browser to access the Teacher Position Description: https://admin.mlc.vic.edu.au/media/x1znjwqw/pd-junior-school-stem-coordinator-sept-2026-002.pdf
For other enquiries, please contact [e-mail].
MLC puts child safety at the forefront and are committed to providing a child safe environment. The safety of our students is paramount and is the responsibility of all of our staff.

Please be aware that while we make every effort to adhere to the stated closing dates, we may need to close the application process earlier if a significant number of qualified candidates are identified before the official deadline.