English Teacher
English Teacher
Sacred Heart College
Principal: Miss Anna Negro
Enquiries: principal@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au
Co-Principal:
Applications Close: 08/12/2025
Position: Teaching
Type: Ongoing
Hours per Week: Full-time
2025 Classroom Teacher Role Description .pdf
Role Description/Criteria
- Multiple positions available
- Ongoing and fixed-term opportunities commencing 2026
- Full & Part time roles (0.8 FTE and above)
- Classroom Teacher | English method, Years 7-12
- Classification: CEMEA 2022, Teachers Salary, T1-1 to 2-6
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Just over an hour from Melbourne’s CBD, Sacred Heart College is nestled in the vibrant heart of Geelong offering the best of both worlds: a rewarding career in a leading school, and the lifestyle benefits of a thriving coastal city.
Sacred Heart College is a dynamic, high-performing school community with a proud heritage, strong traditions, and a deep sense of welcome. Grounded in the Mercy values of compassion, justice, respect, hospitality, service, and courage, we foster a learning environment where inclusion, growth, and belonging are at the core of everything we do.
Our strategic vision, Strategy 2021 and Beyond, centres on reimagining learning for a changing world. We are committed to nurturing curious, creative, and self-directed learners who strive for excellence and make a difference in their communities.
Whether you're looking to make a sea change or simply ready for a new challenge in a purpose-led environment, Sacred Heart College offers the opportunity to do meaningful work with impact.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking passionate English Teachers who are committed to inspiring a love of literature, language, and critical thinking in students from Years 7–12.
At Sacred Heart College, the role of the Classroom Teacher is dynamic, future-focused, and grounded in a deep understanding of how young people learn best. As an English Teacher, you will:
- Design rich, inclusive and engaging learning experiences that build students’ skills in reading, writing, speaking and analysis.
- Use contemporary pedagogies including Universal Design for Learning, explicit instruction, and differentiated approaches, to meet the diverse needs of learners.
- Foster classroom environments where curiosity, creativity and collaboration thrive, and where students are supported to take intellectual risks.
- Integrate digital tools and learning technologies to enhance delivery and bring English concepts to life.
- Use data and evidence-informed practice to refine your teaching, monitor progress and maximise student growth.
- Build positive, caring and respectful relationships as part of your commitment to the wellbeing and holistic development of every student.
- Contribute to curriculum development, team planning, assessment design and the ongoing strengthening of the English learning area.
As part of your work, you will build positive, caring and respectful relationships that support the wellbeing and holistic development of every student, contributing to a safe, supportive and aspirational learning environment.
Please refer to the attached position description for key information related to this position.
ABOUT YOU
Our Classroom Teachers grow and develop student learning by enhancing their own professional and personal development in the three teaching domains of Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice and Professional Engagement (aitsl.edu.au).
Self-directed and capable, you are passionate about learning and can competently collaborate and build partnerships with others to ensure successful delivery of dynamic programs for our students. You possess a restless need to explore and learn, seeking out innovative practices and new experiences, and actively encourage the same of others.
Candidates must hold VIT Registration and will be classified in accordance with Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022.
Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School and/or accreditation to teach RE is also advantageous and should be highlighted in resume/cover letter if applicable
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
Applications must include:
- a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role
- a resume,
and can be addressed to Ms Anna Negro, Principal.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9.00am Monday 8 December 2025
Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.
Candidates viewing this advertisement on external websites such as Seek must visit the advertisement on the College website to access the position description and to apply.
Please note, applications sent directly to a member of the College will not be accepted.
Application Procedures
https://jobboards.adlogic.com.au/shcgeelong/job-details/query/9653809
Details:
Address: Retreat Road
Newtown
Phone: 5221 4211
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