French teacher, Melbourne, 2027

French Teacher – Commencing Term 1, 2027

Location: North Melbourne, Victoria
Start Date: Term 1, 2027 (Flexible)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a passionate and dedicated French educator eager to inspire students and share your love of language and culture? Prospero Teaching is proud to partner with a renowned independent co-educational Catholic school in Melbourne’s vibrant North Melbourne area, seeking a dynamic French Teacher to join their welcoming community.

About the School
This esteemed institution caters to students from Years 7–12, offering a comprehensive and challenging curriculum that includes pathways to VCE and applied learning programs. The school is devoted to inclusive, student-centered education, fostering a supportive environment where both students and staff thrive. Dedicated to staff professional development, the school provides mentorship, ongoing training, and collaborative planning opportunities, making it an ideal place to develop your teaching career.

Your Role & Responsibilities
As a French Teacher, you will play a vital role in inspiring students through engaging, student-focused lessons that ignite a passion for language and cultural understanding.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching French across Years 7–12, including VCE curriculum subjects where applicable
• Designing innovative lessons that incorporate real-world contexts and cultural aspects of the French-speaking world
• Contributing to curriculum planning, assessment development, and reporting processes
• Supporting extracurricular activities, language clubs, or cultural events related to French
• Providing pastoral care to support students' social and emotional wellbeing within a collaborative team environment

Who you are
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced educator, your enthusiasm and dedication will make you a valuable addition to our team. To succeed, you will need:

• A secondary teaching qualification (B.Ed, PGCE, or M.Teach) with a focus on languages or equivalent
• Eligibility for, or willingness to apply for, Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
• Full Australian working rights
• Experience or interest in teaching French to junior and/or senior students
• Two professional referees who can speak to your teaching ability and character

Why join us & live in Melbourne?

• Be part of a supportive, inclusive school community dedicated to student wellbeing and academic excellence
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a faith-based, independent setting
• Experience Melbourne’s vibrant cultural, sporting, and recreational scene, an exciting city for work and leisure
• Benefit from a healthy work-life balance with strong staff networks and wellbeing initiatives

Application process
If you’re passionate about teaching French and eager to develop your career in a thriving Melbourne school, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and cover letter, outlining your teaching experience and why you’re excited about this opportunity, to:

Laura O’Sullivan
0403 303 259 
Prospero Teaching
Email: laura@prosperogrp.com

Take the next step in your teaching journey and contribute to shaping the minds and lives of students in one of Australia’s most vibrant cities. We look forward to your application!