<p><strong>Join a Thriving, Innovative Learning Community</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Good News Lutheran College</strong></p> <p>Good News Lutheran College is a growing Prep–12 Christian College located in Melbourne’s western corridor, with contemporary campuses in Tarneit and Mambourin. We are committed to delivering a holistic, Christ-centred education that nurtures academic excellence, character development, and student wellbeing.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;About the Role:</strong></p> <p>We are currently seeking a collaborative and experienced educator to join our growing team as the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coordinator.</p> <p>This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position, with a three-year appointment as MYP Coordinator. The role includes a 0.6 teaching load during the coordinator appointment.</p> <p>As a key member of the College’s pedagogical leadership team, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of the MYP, supporting high-quality teaching and learning.</p> <p>You will be primarily responsible for:</p> <ul> <li>Leading MYP implementation, curriculum planning and review in alignment with IB requirements and the Australian Curriculum.</li> <li>Guiding teachers in delivering engaging, inquiry-based and concept-driven learning.</li> <li>Leading collaborative planning and professional learning to strengthen teaching practice.</li> <li>Coordinating assessment, reporting and student-led conferences, and overseeing NAPLAN implementation and results analysis.</li> <li>Liaising with the International Baccalaureate Organisation and promoting the MYP within the College community.</li> <li>Supporting student wellbeing and child safety while modelling the College’s Christian ethos and values.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why GNLC?</strong></p> <p>At Good News Lutheran College, we cultivate a high-performing, supportive and values-driven culture where career-focused educators can truly thrive.</p> <p><strong>We offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A culture that prioritizes professional growth, staff wellbeing and career progression</li> <li>A strong, welcoming school community</li> <li>Contemporary facilities and future-focused learning environments</li> <li>Supportive Chirstian working environment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration and relevant tertiary teaching qualifications</li> <li>Demonstrated teaching expertise and experience in curriculum or pedagogical leadership</li> <li>Sound knowledge and understanding of the IB Middle Years Programme, the Australian Curriculum and inquiry-based, concept-driven learning</li> <li>Ability to lead curriculum development, assessment and reporting, and support continuous improvement in teaching practice</li> <li>Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to lead collaborative teams and support change</li> <li>Strong organisational skills, digital literacy and the ability to work autonomously, with proficiency in Compass or a comparable curriculum management platform</li> <li>Commitment to the Christian ethos of the College, student wellbeing and child safety</li> <li>Appropriate Lutheran leadership accreditation, or willingness to undertake the required accreditation</li> </ul> <p><strong>Special requirements</strong></p> <p>All selected applicants will be required to undergo background checks, including reference checks and relevant regulatory checks.</p> <p><strong>The Recruitment Process</strong></p> <p>All applications will undergo a shortlisting process, with suitable candidates progressing to the interview stage.</p> <p>For further information, please visit the College’s website <a href="https://www.goodnews.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">www.goodnews.vic.edu.au</a> or you can write to us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@goodnews.vic.edu.au?subject=IB%20Middle%20Years%20Programme%28MYP%29%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">recruitment@goodnews.vic.edu.au</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Good News Lutheran College is a Child Safe Environment. Our College actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students. All College staff and volunteers are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment and are expected to comply with the Child Safe Standards, including Ministerial Order 1359. Recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, and all applicants are informed of our child safety policies, including the Child Protection and Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct, available on the College’s website.</i></p>