Head of Languages and Secondary French Teacher
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Job Location:
Ringwood East - Australia
Yearly Salary:
$ 84240 - 124962
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Head of Learning: Languages and Teacher of French
Part time ongoing 0.8 FTE
Commencing Term 1 2026
About Us
With a legacy of over 145 years of achievement Tintern is one of Melbournes most respected schools with students from our Early Learning Centre to Year 12. At Tintern we are committed to providing a workplace which encourages professional growth and opportunities for all staff.
Tintern Grammar is seeking a dedicated and experienced educator to lead as Head of Learning: Languages.
About the Role
The Head of Languages leads the teaching and learning of French and Chinese across the secondary school. The role requires an exceptional educator who can teach one of these languages to VCE level and inspire students to embrace the opportunities of language learning and intercultural understanding. This leadership position includes responsibility for guiding and supporting the Languages faculty leading curriculum and program development and fostering engagement with students parents and the broader community.
This is a part time (approximately 0.8 FTE) ongoing secondary French teaching position with the Position of Responsibility as Head of Learning: Languages offered for a limited tenure of 3 years effective from Term 1 2026.
About You
You will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching along with strong leadership and management skills in supporting students with diverse learning needs. You will demonstrate as relevant
- Current VIT registration
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Ability and experience to teach French to VCE level
- Demonstrated experience in a leadership role or similar capacity
- Strong leadership team management and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students staff and parents
- Capacity to manage resources programs and staff effectively
- A commitment to innovation global engagement and the wellbeing of students
- Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues and actively contribute to the broader life of the School
Please view the Position Description for a full overview of duties
Applications close Wednesday 8October 2025
Applications for this position should include a current curriculum vitae and names of at least two referees.
To learn more about our school our values and what it is like to be part of the Tintern Grammar community please visit to view our Candidate Information Pack- Educator.
Only people with the right to work in this country may apply for this position.
Tintern Grammar is a child safe school.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Preschool Experience
- Library Services
- Personal Injury Law
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Writing Skills
