Teacher – French

St Leonard’s College is seeking a passionate and dedicated French Teacher to join our College community on a full-time, fixed-term basis for Term 1 and Term 2 in 2026.

Reporting to the Head of Learning – Languages, the role will be responsible for teaching French subjects across Years 7 to 9 in a collaborative and progressive environment.

To be successful in this opportunity you will require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Education.
• Current VIT Registration.
• A current knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (French).
• Experience in teaching VCE and/or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) (preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience teaching within an Independent School setting (preferred).
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and innovative use of ICT in the classroom to enrich learning.
• Well-developed classroom management strategies which enhance student engagement and outcomes.
• Be an active contributor to a collegial work environment.
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the College.

Want to find out more?

To view the position description, or to apply, visit https://www.stleonards.vic.edu.au/careers/job-listings/

Applicants will be requested to upload:

• a cover letter addressed to the Principal; and
• a resume, including at least 2 professional referees.

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact the People and Culture Team via [email protected] or phone 9909 9528 for a confidential discussion.

Applications will close Monday 27 October 2025 at 5pm; however early applications are encouraged as the College reserves the right to interview and employ a successful candidate before the closing date.

St Leonard’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the protection of all children from all forms of child abuse. In this context, the College implements a comprehensive Child Protection Program across the entire College community. In line with the requirements under Ministerial Order 1359, mandatory training relating to Child Safety must be completed upon commencement with the College. All applicants will be required to undergo relevant pre-employment screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety and Wellbeing Code of Conduct, Child Safety and Wellbeing Complaints and Concerns Procedure, Child Safety and Wellbeing Response and Reporting Procedure and associated policies available on the College website.