<p>Mercy College is a Catholic Secondary Girls' College with a proud and rich history of education in the local Coburg area and surrounding suburbs.</p> <p>Guided by the Mercy values of Compassion, Excellence, Hospitality and Justice, we pride ourselves on fostering a community which empowers each student to be inquisitive, courageous and persistent. We respect, value and celebrate each student's unique gifts and all that they bring to our community.</p> <p>We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Years 7 to 9 Italian and Junior English Teacher. This is an ongoing 0.78 FTE position, commencing 27 January 2027. Applications are invited from experienced and passionate educators who are committed to inspiring and supporting students to achieve academic success within a collaborative and dynamic learning environment.</p> <p>The successful applicant will teach Italian across Years 7 to 9, motivating students through dynamic lessons that nurture a genuine appreciation of the Italian language and culture. They will also teach English to students in Years 7 and 8, inspiring and supporting students of all abilities to develop their literacy skills, confidence and appreciation of language and literature.</p> <p>Appointees are expected to show understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College. Mercy College is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment in which students feel safe and are safe. A condition of employment is that the applicant is deemed to be suitable to work with children.</p> <p><strong>Successful applicants must have current VIT registration.</strong></p> <p>Applications are due no later than 4.00pm Friday 20 November 2026 and&nbsp;will be processed upon receipt.</p>