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Secondary English Teacher / Secondary Coordinator

Australian Christian College – Cranbourne South VIC

Australian Christian College Victoria Ltd (ACC) is a non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.

About ACC Casey

Our ACC Casey campus, is located at Cranbourne South (45 minutes south of Melbourne), and is a P-11, co-ed, Christian school with Secondary year groups being added each year until P-12 is catered for.

We’re praying for the right teaching staff to come and join our team, and we’re thankful that you would consider our College as a place where you will have meaningful relationships and do meaningful work.

About the role

We are seeking an outstanding Secondary English teacher to join ACC Casey from Term 1, 2027.

ACC Casey is a growing P–12 Christian school, with Year 12 being added in 2027. This creates an exciting opportunity for an English teacher who wants not only to teach well, but to contribute to the ongoing development of a growing Secondary school.

The successful applicant will teach Secondary English and play an important role in helping students become confident readers, thoughtful writers and effective communicators. We are looking for a teacher who combines strong subject knowledge with high expectations, excellent relationships and a genuine belief that every student is capable of meaningful academic growth.

Teaching at ACC Casey is characterised by high expectations, strong relationships and evidence‑informed practice. We want classrooms to be calm, purposeful and academically ambitious places where students know what they are learning, understand what success looks like and are supported to make sustained progress.

Our teaching and learning approach is increasingly informed by the Science of Learning and evidence about how students learn most effectively. Teachers are supported to strengthen practices including:

* Explicit instruction and carefully sequenced learning;

* Clear modelling of reading, writing and analytical thinking;

* Frequent checking for understanding;

* Effective questioning and opportunities for all students to respond;

* Retrieval and deliberate review of prior learning;

* Scaffolding complex tasks before moving students towards greater independence;

* Explicit teaching of vocabulary, sentence construction and extended writing;

* Purposeful use of assessment and student data to identify gaps and inform future teaching;

* Strong classroom routines that maximise learning time; and

* High expectations for student effort, behaviour and academic achievement.

A significant feature of our professional culture is instructional coaching. We believe excellent teachers continue to refine their craft, and we seek to make observation, feedback and professional dialogue normal parts of teaching at ACC Casey.

Teachers participate in ongoing coaching and professional learning focused on practical improvements that can be implemented directly in the classroom. We value teachers who are reflective, open to feedback and willing to continually develop their practice.

Within English, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of curriculum, assessment and instructional practice across the Secondary years. As the College grows towards P–12, there is considerable scope for teachers who enjoy building strong programs, collaborating with colleagues and helping establish a culture of academic excellence.

We would particularly welcome applications from teachers who:

* Are passionate about English, literature, language and developing strong communicators;

* Hold high expectations for what students can achieve;

* Build warm, respectful relationships while maintaining clear standards;

* Are committed to evidence‑informed teaching and continual improvement;

* Value coaching, feedback and professional learning;

* Enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues;

* Want to contribute to curriculum and program development in a growing Secondary school;

* Are willing to contribute actively to the broader life and culture of the College; and

* Desire to integrate their Christian faith authentically into their teaching, relationships and professional practice.

Potential leadership opportunity

For a suitably experienced applicant, this position also has the potential to include a Position of Responsibility as a Secondary Coordinator. This provides an opportunity for an experienced teacher or emerging leader to contribute more broadly to the development of Secondary culture, student engagement, staff collaboration and the day‑to‑day leadership of a growing Secondary school.

Whether you are an experienced Secondary English teacher or a strong practitioner ready for your next professional challenge, this is an opportunity to join a school with significant growth ahead and to help shape what its Secondary program becomes.

This is a full‑time position commencing Term 1, 2027.

The position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for identity, rights to work in Australia, and child protection in accordance with ACC policy.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families.
• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students.
• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.
• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.
• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in our school environment. When child safety concerns are raised or identified, we treat these seriously and respond promptly and thoroughly.
• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.
• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics, such as racism or homophobia, are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.
• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.
• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and implement a range of teaching programs or courses of study;
• Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students;
• Demonstrate a commitment to improving professional practice through coaching and professional development
• Provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards;
• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;
• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;
• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;
• Ensure students’ views are taken seriously and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives;
• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;
• Teach an area of the curriculum to primary levels;
• Maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress;
• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;
• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

Requirements

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia
• Proof of identity
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check (where applicable)
• Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Statements of service from previous child-connected roles
• References from previous child-connected roles

You will:

• Be a committed Christian, comfortable with sharing your faith
• Be committed to improving student academic outcomes
• Have high expectations for what students are capable of, both academically and behaviourally
• Relate well to staff, students and parents. You are able to inspire and manage students, and communicate effectively with parents to support a culture of high expectations
• Have a servant heart
• Have demonstrated excellent organisational skills

About you

• Be able to display the capacity to improve student learning and wellbeing outcomes.
• Be able to demonstrate excellent teaching as described by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Be able to receive feedback on your teaching and implement changes.
• Be able to effectively plan for, collect and analyse educational data, then devise appropriate strategies and interventions to improve student outcomes.
• Coordinator allowance in addition to base salary
• Work within a team that has a clear Christian vision and strong Christian culture
• Competitive salary package with relocation assistance, salary bonus & salary packaging options
• Employee benefits program with EAP
• Play an active part in growing the school and providing quality Christian care to students

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