Chinese Secondary Teacher

ELTHAM College

Research VIC, Australia

Contract

Teachers - Secondary

Job Description

ELTHAM College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Chinese Teacher to join our LOTE Team for a fixed-term position covering Long Service Leave during Semester 1, 2026. This part-time role (0.6 FTE). involves teaching Chinese from Years 7–10, with the ability to teach VCE Chinese Units 1/2 highly desirable.

ELTHAM College is an independent co-educational school located in the Nillumbik Shire, on 98 acres, in the northeast of Melbourne. ELTHAM College grows the heart and mind of each child. We believe that school is a daring adventure where children learn to think for themselves, in preparation for a future of exciting possibilities. Located in an extraordinary environment, students experience an engaging, rigorous world-ready curriculum while being supported with warmth, care, and respect.

At ELTHAM College, we believe in empowering students to thrive as creative, caring and engaged participants in their worlds. Our educators are innovative, collaborative and committed to designing engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity and foster independence.

About the Role

• Teach Chinese language and culture in an engaging, contemporary and student-centred manner
• Develop and deliver inclusive learning programs aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and, if applicable, VCE Study Design
• Nurture a positive learning environment where students feel safe, valued and empowered to explore new ideas
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and contribute to the LOTE program across the College
• Participate in College community life, including relevant events, learning experiences and community activities

About you

• Qualified Teacher with current VIT registration
• Experience teaching Chinese to Years 7–10 is essential
• Ability to teach VCE Chinese Units 1/2 is highly desirable
• A strong understanding of contemporary pedagogical practices and language acquisition approaches
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• A commitment to student engagement, wellbeing and growth
• Knowledge of child safe practices, including reporting requirements
• Skilled in providing pastoral care and building strong relationships with young people

Why Join ELTHAM College?

• Supportive, creative and progressive teaching environment
• Opportunities to lead and shape Performing Arts experiences
• Beautiful campus setting and welcoming staff culture
• ·Access to the College’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and ongoing professional learning

Be inspired by the young people of the College and have the green and leafy surrounds of the ELTHAM College Research campus as your work backdrop! 

Applicants must be entitled to live and work in Australia. 

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Close date:Friday 21 November 2025

To apply, please submit a cover letter and your curriculum vitae, outlining your experience and desire to work at ELTHAM College at employment@elthamcollege.vic.edu.au.

Child Safety at ELTHAM College

All staff at ELTHAM College are responsible for providing a safe environment and the protection of children and young people within our care, including promoting physical, emotional, and cultural safety. All staff are responsible for reporting information about suspected child abuse. All staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raise any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct.

ELTHAM College takes a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and is fully committed to ensuring that its strategies, policies, procedures, and practices meet all Child Safe Standards as specified in Ministerial Order No. 1359 (2022). All applicants should refer to our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct found at www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au/abouteltham/policies/.