Job Description
Location
South Yarra VIC 3141
Benefits
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EMPLOYMENT AT MGGS
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. You need to read these before applying.
Teaching Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. Professional Support Staff Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type).
All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
All enquiries regarding employment at Melbourne Girls Grammar can be addressed to [email protected] or
please call +61 3 9862 9200.
MGGS is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging Teacher of Mathematics to join the collaborative teams in our Mathematics Department. You are passionate about the future for young people, you believe in every student’s capacity to achieve at a high level and have a demonstrated capacity to engage and motivate students. You have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessments.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and passionate Teacher who enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies, and who brings expertise and experience in middle and senior years Mathematics. MGGS values candidates with excellent interpersonal skills, who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach that is aligned with the values of the School is essential.
The successful candidate will be required to teach across Years 5 to 9. Experience teaching up to VCE will be highly regarded.
Proficiency in the use of ICT to enhance the learning process, and a willingness and capacity to implement a blended learning pedagogical framework are essential. The notebook computer, CAS technologies and our LMS are integral to the teaching and learning process at MGGS and it is expected that teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you.
Key Selection Criteria:
Teaching Qualifications & Registration: Undergraduate degree in the relevant teaching area and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
Knowledge of Curriculum & Pedagogy: Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and reporting requirements, with the ability to apply contemporary teaching and learning strategies.
Student-Centred Approach: Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that support students’ diverse learning needs, including literacy and numeracy development.
Use of Data & Assessment: Competence in using student data and a range of assessment strategies to inform teaching practice and improve student outcomes.
Commitment to Professional Learning: Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues to enhance teaching practice.
Technology Integration: Proficiency in using digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning, including platforms such as Microsoft Office 365, Synergetic, and SchoolBox.
Communication & Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues while maintaining professionalism.
Child Safety & Wellbeing: Commitment to upholding child safety policies and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contribute to professional networks, and support the school’s culture and values.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Understanding of and responsiveness to the needs of students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
This position is located in the Merton Hall Senior School Campus at 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra. The role is full time and the salary is as per Schedule 1 – Teacher Rates of Pay of the MGGS Enterprise Agreement 2026. The salary range is between $88,140 and $131,352 plus superannuation.
If you are looking to work in a leading organisation with exposure to new technologies and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.
Benefits of working at MGGS
Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.
At MGGS we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees (where eligible) and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits.
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.
Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar
As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes ****** offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.
How to Apply
Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
Applications are open from Monday 7 July 2026 and will close 9am Monday 21 July 2026
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their documentation at their earliest opportunity.
The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:
Academic Transcripts;
Statements of Service;
Employment Contracts.
South Yarra VIC 3141
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
EMPLOYMENT AT MGGS
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. You need to read these before applying.
Teaching Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. Professional Support Staff Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type).
All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
All enquiries regarding employment at Melbourne Girls Grammar can be addressed to [email protected] or
please call +61 3 9862 9200.
MGGS is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging Teacher of Mathematics to join the collaborative teams in our Mathematics Department. You are passionate about the future for young people, you believe in every student’s capacity to achieve at a high level and have a demonstrated capacity to engage and motivate students. You have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessments.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and passionate Teacher who enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies, and who brings expertise and experience in middle and senior years Mathematics. MGGS values candidates with excellent interpersonal skills, who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach that is aligned with the values of the School is essential.
The successful candidate will be required to teach across Years 5 to 9. Experience teaching up to VCE will be highly regarded.
Proficiency in the use of ICT to enhance the learning process, and a willingness and capacity to implement a blended learning pedagogical framework are essential. The notebook computer, CAS technologies and our LMS are integral to the teaching and learning process at MGGS and it is expected that teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you.
Key Selection Criteria:
Teaching Qualifications & Registration: Undergraduate degree in the relevant teaching area and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
Knowledge of Curriculum & Pedagogy: Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and reporting requirements, with the ability to apply contemporary teaching and learning strategies.
Student-Centred Approach: Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that support students’ diverse learning needs, including literacy and numeracy development.
Use of Data & Assessment: Competence in using student data and a range of assessment strategies to inform teaching practice and improve student outcomes.
Commitment to Professional Learning: Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues to enhance teaching practice.
Technology Integration: Proficiency in using digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning, including platforms such as Microsoft Office 365, Synergetic, and SchoolBox.
Communication & Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues while maintaining professionalism.
Child Safety & Wellbeing: Commitment to upholding child safety policies and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contribute to professional networks, and support the school’s culture and values.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Understanding of and responsiveness to the needs of students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
This position is located in the Merton Hall Senior School Campus at 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra. The role is full time and the salary is as per Schedule 1 – Teacher Rates of Pay of the MGGS Enterprise Agreement 2026. The salary range is between $88,140 and $131,352 plus superannuation.
If you are looking to work in a leading organisation with exposure to new technologies and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.
Benefits of working at MGGS
Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.
At MGGS we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees (where eligible) and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits.
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.
Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar
As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes ****** offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.
How to Apply
Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
Applications are open from Monday 7 July 2026 and will close 9am Monday 21 July 2026
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their documentation at their earliest opportunity.
The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:
Academic Transcripts;
Statements of Service;
Employment Contracts.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS (YEARS 5-*) position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in South Yarra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
