Graduate Teacher Program 2027

Graduate Teacher Program 2027

Full-time, Fixed Term (2 years)

Commencing Term 1, 2027

The Geelong College is excited to commence the recruitment of our next cohort of Graduate Teachers as part of our 2027 Graduate Program.  Successful applicants will enjoy a unique two-year introduction to teaching by actively participating in all aspects of our rich and vibrant College community, that caters for students in Early Learning up to Year 12.

The program offers graduate teachers the direct support of school leaders and experienced teachers. In addition, successful applicants will receive the direct support of an experienced teacher mentor who is available to coach you through the experience.

Very importantly, the College will help guide graduates to transition from provisional to full registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

Successful applicants will be offered a full-time (1.0FTE) two-year, fixed-term contract at The Geelong College. 

Eligibility Criteria

All candidates must meet the following criteria to apply for the Graduate Teacher Program;

• Have completed the Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting and other Obligations module - The Victorian Department of Education and Training (DET); 
• Be an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident;
• Be able to provide academic transcripts for all university qualifications (related to education and other fields);
• Be able to obtain provisional registration with the Victorian Institute of Teachers (VIT) before commencement;
• If applying for a teaching position from Years 7-12, the applicant must hold a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a discipline other than teaching;
• Have very strong pre-service teacher placement reports;
• Hold a current First Aid (HLTAID 011), CPR (HLTAID 009) certificate (upon appointment) and asthma;
• Completion of the anaphylaxis qualification (upon appointment).

To apply, please submit your application online. This should be addressed to the Principal, Mr Simon Young, The Geelong College and include:

• A cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining your interest in the role and any relevant experience or background;
• A resume of no more than three pages, detailing work experience, qualifications, and names of three referees;
• Copies of all tertiary and academic transcripts. If you are currently in your final semester of study, please provide all available transcripts at time of application.

All enquiries regarding the position, The Geelong College or the application process be made in confidence to The Director of Human Resources, Mardi Deller-Pugh at ***************@tgc.vic.edu.au or the Director of Teaching and Learning, Ms Laura Dillon at ************@tgc.vic.edu.au

Applications received until 30 October 2026 - 5pm 

Please note: applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. 

We will continue to receive applications until the closing date or until successfully filled.