Teachers, Science and Health & Physical Education

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd; Croydon; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd is seeking enthusiastic classroom teachers for Science and Health & Physical Education at Luther College. These part-time roles, covering long service leave, commence on July 21, 2025, and include responsibilities that foster student engagement and wellbeing in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Science or Health & Physical Education.
• High understanding of restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science and Health & Physical Education.
• Enhance student engagement through innovative practices.

Skills

Restorative practices

Psychology of positive education

Education

Valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration

Job description

Teachers, Science and Health & Physical Education

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Luther College seeks to appoint engaging and enthusiastic classroom teachers to join our talented learning team. Covering staff on long service leave, these positions commence Monday 21 July 2025 and conclude Friday 19 September 2025. Whilst these positions are fixed term, there may be the opportunity of ongoing employment.If you hold qualifications in the following learning areas, we encourage you to address your application for:

• Science, fixed term (approximately 0.7 FTE to full time)
• Health & Physical Education, fixed term (approximately 0.7 FTE)

Successful candidates will have a high level of understanding and experience of restorative practices and psychology of positive education that enhance student engagement in alignment with pedagogical and wellbeing practices.

About Luther College

Luther College is a faith-based coeducational secondary school driving innovative, contemporary teaching and learning. We are committed to preparing young people for life through the provision of rich and personalised learning experiences that encourage student agency and develop the essential knowledge, skills and attributes that our young people need to contribute confidently to community.

Located in the Melbourne suburb of Croydon Hills, just minutes from the picturesque Yarra Valley, Luther College is proud to offer a values-based, Lutheran educational service that promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity.

The Application Process

Please apply via the college employment webpage, addressing your application to the Principal, including the following information:

• A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (please refer to the Position Description)
• Resume
• References
• Evidence of a valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration, which will need to be transferred to Luther College if successfully appointed
• Evidence of your right to work in Australia (copy of your passport or birth certificate)

Applicants must be willing to support the college’s approach to excellence in Christian co-education.

Applications close:Tuesday 17 June 2025at 5.00 pm.

The college reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

For recruitment and roleenquiries, please contact Tim Martin, Director of People and Development, on 9724 2000.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

All students who attend Luther College have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The college has a commitment to child safety and all staff will be responsible for understanding, applying and promoting the college’s commitment to child safety, and its related policies and procedures.

Luther College requires all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and comply with the college’s Child Protection Program as a prerequisite condition of employment.

Visit our website for more information and for a copy of our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Program – Child Safety Adult Code of Conduct (www.luther.vic.edu.au ).

Affiliation: Lutheran
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

1181 Students
139 TeachingStaff
55 Non-Teaching Staff