We are excited to invite an enthusiastic and dedicated History and Geography Teacher to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a secondary teacher who thrives in a collaborative classroom environment and is passionate about inspiring our students to think critically and apply their learning to real-world contexts. This is a full-time fixed-term role from 7 October 2025 to 3 December 2025 (Term 4, 2025), teaching Years 9-10 History & Geography.
As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to create inclusive and engaging classroom experiences that foster both academic excellence and personal growth. Your strong pedagogical skills and behaviour management practices will be key in cultivating a positive and supportive learning atmosphere for all students.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents, providing timely feedback, and supporting students' individual needs. Above all, we are looking for someone who can inspire a passion for the subjects they teach, and help students connect with the material in meaningful ways.
Join us in making a lasting impact on our students' educational journeys, as you help shape their understanding of the world around them in an engaging and inspiring manner.
As the successful candidate you will:
* Deliver outstanding History & Geography education with an unwavering dedication to excellence.
* Establish positive relationships, engaging in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development.
* Demonstrate effective pedagogical practices in learning and teaching, supporting the development and maintenance of positive relationships with students and colleagues.
* Create a dynamic, student-centered learning environment that is supportive, cooperative, and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents, and practices.
* Implement effective, adaptive, inclusive, and equitable teaching strategies.
* Provide effective supervision of students and behaviour management practices.
* Support the sacramental, liturgical, ritual, and prayer life of the College.
* Ensure that the teachings, values, and practices of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.
About Villanova College
Villanova College is a distinguished independent Catholic school for boys, guided by the Augustinian Order. Founded in 1948 by five visionary Irish priests on a 10-acre property in Hamilton, the College has grown from its humble beginnings to its current vibrant campus in Coorparoo, where it now educates over 1,500 students from Years 5 to 12.
With a rich history in education spanning 750 years, the Augustinian Order has instilled a love of learning and a relentless pursuit of truth in our community. Our motto, Vincit Veritas ("Truth Conquers"), reflects our commitment to fostering an environment where knowledge and understanding thrive.
Why Join Villanova College?
At Villanova College, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity and family-friendly workplace. We employ over 250 dedicated staff members who play a crucial role in shaping the lives of our students. Our supportive and collaborative work environment is crafted to enable staff to achieve outstanding results for our young men, while also fostering their professional growth and job satisfaction.
We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities for professional development, career progression, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. Our Augustinian values create a strong sense of welcome and community, uniting staff, parents, and students. We cherish open, friendly, and caring relationships and welcome individuals of all faiths and denominations to join us in our mission of excellence in boys' education.
To be considered for this role, you must have:
1. Qualifications to teach History & Geography (Bachelor degree in education or equivalent qualification/s).
2. Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.
3. Proficiency in using a range of information communications technology skills (e.g., Microsoft Teams, supporting students' use of technology to access curriculum).
4. Ability to work autonomously and under limited direction, while inspiring and motivating students in a progressive learning environment to prepare them for the future.
5. Commitment to Catholic education, philosophy, and practice, with a willingness to participate in the College's co-curricular program and attend camps as directed.
Application Process
To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter and resume, including the contact details of two referees via Seek.
For further information or for a confidential discussion please contact Human Resources on We respectfully advise that no agency applications will be considered at this time.
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Additional Information
Villanova College is committed to providing an inclusive and child safe environment that is free from Workplace Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Bullying. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Certain roles require that we carry out working with children, police record and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
At all times, all employees must act in accordance with Villanova College Student Protection Policy and other Villanova Policies and Procedures. It is necessary that the role holder exercise judicious and prudent judgment in interactions with students.
Terms and Conditions of employment are as per the Catholic Employing Authorities Single Enterprise Collective Agreement Religious Institute Schools of Queensland
Please note: This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the prospective employee and does not form part of the contract of employment. It is neither wholly comprehensive nor restrictive and therefore does not preclude change or development that may inevitably be required in the future. Villanova College will engage in consultation to align any required change with both employee and company goals.
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