Engaged students in a strong academic, values-driven school culture Fixed-term role with strong potential for ongoing employment Teach English Years 7-11 plus Year 10 Literature elective An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate English teacher to join a well-regarded independent school in Melbourne's inner south. This is a full-time, fixed-term position commencing ASAP until the end of the year, with a strong possibility of ongoing employment. The school is a values-driven, community-focused independent college with a strong cultural identity, where students are encouraged to develop academic excellence alongside character, belonging, and a strong sense of purpose. Staff are supported to build meaningful relationships and contribute to a close-knit, engaged school community. ABOUT THE ROLE You will teach English across Years 7-11, along with a Year 10 Literature elective, delivering engaging, structured lessons that support both skill development and critical thinking. Key responsibilities include: Teaching English across junior and middle secondary (Years 7-11) Delivering a Literature elective at Year 10 level Planning and delivering differentiated, engaging learning experiences Supporting student literacy development and academic progress Contributing to curriculum planning and faculty collaboration Building strong relationships with students to support engagement and wellbeing ABOUT THE SCHOOL This is a school that places strong emphasis on academic excellence, cultural identity, and community connection. Students are encouraged to be respectful, engaged, and proud of their learning journey. The environment is supportive and structured, with a strong focus on: High expectations for learning and behaviour A warm, values-led school culture Strong student-teacher relationships A sense of belonging and shared purpose across the community Teachers are supported to focus on high-quality teaching in a setting where students are motivated and engaged in their studies. ABOUT YOU VIT registered teacher (or eligible) Strong capability in English across Years 7-11 Ability to teach or willingness to teach Literature electives Confident classroom practitioner with strong relationship-building skills Commitment to academic excellence and student engagement Open to contributing to a values-driven school community Full Australian working rights This is a full-time fixed-term role with strong likelihood of ongoing employment, teaching engaged students within a strong academic and values-based school culture. You'll join a supportive, close-knit staff community and have the opportunity to teach both mainstream English and a Literature elective in a structured environment that supports high-quality teaching and learning. If you're looking for a school where culture, community, and academic focus come together, this is a genuinely rewarding opportunity. Call Ellen on 0410 134 272 for details or email your resume to ekhalil@frontlineeducation.com.au SCR-ellen-khalil Consultant ekhalil@frontlineeducation.com.au Reference number: 218315 Profession:Education & TrainingTeaching - Secondary Company: Melbourne Education Date posted: 28th Apr, 2026