ST MARY'S COPTIC ORTHODOX COLLEGE
19-35 Thorpdale Ave, Coolaroo VIC 3048
PO Box 19, Dallas VIC 3047
Tel: Fax:
Y2-10 French & VCE French Teacher
Full time position
About St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College
Founded in 1991, St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College (SMCO) provides a holistic education that nurtures students academically, spiritually, emotionally, and socially within a safe and faith-centred environment. Serving over 1,000 students from Foundation to Year 12, the College integrates Coptic Orthodox values into every aspect of learning, fostering integrity, compassion, and respect for others.
At SMCO, we are committed to helping each student realise their God-given potential through high-quality teaching, strong wellbeing support, and a genuine sense of community.
SMCO is seeking an energetic and passionate French Teacher, with the desire to be part of a collaborative teaching team and to create engaging and dynamic learning experiences for our students.
This position is a 12-months contract to commence Term
Essential Requirements
Ability to teach Years 2 – 10 French is required.
Experience in teaching VCE French is highly desirable.
Actively support SMCO's Coptic Orthodox Christian ethos and values.
Skills and Attributes
To be successful in the role, candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:
· A passion for teaching.
· Energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to grow.
· Excellent communications skills both written and verbal.
· Excellent time management skills.
Key Selection Criteria
* Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
* Relevant qualifications and subject knowledge.
* Strong understanding of the French curriculum and pedagogy, with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
* Commitment to using technology as an essential learning tool in the classroom.
* Demonstrated understanding of differentiated learning to meet diverse student needs.
* Proven ability to build constructive and positive relationships with students that foster a love of learning.
* Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team.
Child Safe Standards
At SMCO, the care, safety, and wellbeing of our students are central to everything we do.
Our College actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environments, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. We are fully committed to child safety, and therefore, the successful applicant will be required to comply with the College's Child Safe Policies and Code of Conduct available on the College's website at: should submit a letter of introduction (no longer than 2 pages) and their Resume (no longer than 4 pages).
Successful applicant will commence Term
Applicants should submit a letter of introduction (no longer than 2 pages) and their Resume (no longer than 4 pages).
Applications should be emailed and addressed to:
Mrs. Mervet Boulos
Head of Primary & Middle School
Applications close 5:00 pm Friday 31 October 2025.