Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary)

Mount Scopus Memorial College is a leading co-educational Jewish School from Early Learning to Year 12 across three campuses; St Kilda East, Caulfield South and Burwood.  

We are inviting applicants with a growth mindset and a passion for lifelong learning, who are inspired and motivated to work in a contemporary learning context, to apply for the position of Director of Teaching and Learning in our Secondary School located in Burwood.  This is a full-time tenured position for four years, with a teaching component.

We are seeking applicants who are to share their love of learning, their knowledge and practice of contemporary pedagogies, and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team.   

The Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) position is a senior position within the Secondary School located in Burwood.  This is a full-time position with a teaching component to commence in Term 1, 2026.

The successful candidate:

• should have proven record of success as a secondary educator with an extensive knowledge in educational theory and practice and to have considerable experience working in a school environment.

• be able to demonstrate capacity of work as a senior team member of a team to achieve strategic outcomes in the area of teaching and learning.

• be able to demonstrate educational leadership and leadership in developing a culture of learning excellence.

• be able to demonstrate a commitment to the Jewish character, practice and ethos of the College.

• have a high level of interpersonal and communications skills with students, parents and colleagues and to represent the College in the community and build and develop these relationships.

• have a high level of organisational ability and initiative as well as the ability to supervise, motivate and mentor staff.

• have experience in Education administration.

An excellent salary package will be negotiated in order to attract candidates of the highest calibre.  All applicants must have a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration 

Mount Scopus Memorial College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Being Jewish is not a prerequisite for employment and we welcome applicants from diverse cultural backgrounds.

What we offer:

Mount Scopus Memorial College offers a 35 hour working week, competitive salary, free on-site car parking at Burwood Campus, Employee Assistance Program, a staff rewards program, and salary packaging through Maxxia. This role also offers paid Jewish Holidays. 

To view the Position Description, please click here.  Should you require further information, please contact Kate Major, Deputy Principal - Secondary on email address: kmajor@scopus.vic.edu.au.

If you would like to be part of this exciting and educational environment, please click on the “Apply Now" button and complete the Application Form attaching your Curriculum Vitae and cover letter addressed to Maria Di Paolo, People and Culture Administrator.

Mount Scopus Memorial College takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process

Applications close:  Friday, 25 July 2025