Chinese Teacher, Secondary School

About BGS

Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School’s evidence based teaching and learning processes, supported by a research centre, attracts the best minds in education.

In the Secondary School, we strive to instil a culture of excellence and achievement by encouraging each boy to strive for his personal best in every endeavour. Students are encouraged to push boundaries, to contribute and to become involved in a diverse range of programs across academics, the arts, sport, music, outdoor education and community service. As an educator in our Secondary School, you will play a key role in supporting the development of our boys as you engage with them in areas beyond the classroom.

The role

Applications are currently sought from experienced Chinese teachers to join our Languages Faculty in January 2027.   

Working as a Secondary School Chinese teacher at Brighton Grammar School, you will be responsible for using evidence-based teaching strategies to deliver a curriculum that engages and challenges each student in line with the school’s effective learner model. 

To be successful in the role, you will be required to demonstrate: 

• Experience teaching Chinese to secondary school aged children. The ability to teach Chinese Second Language Advanced is essential. 
• Effective classroom management skills to maximise learning opportunities for students.
• A strong understanding of the principles of the science of learning.
• Experience in delivering a knowledge-based curriculum that encourages and supports innovation amongst the students.
• Experience using evidence-informed teaching strategies based on the work of prominent educational researchers including Barak Rosenshine, Doug Lemov, John Hattie and Jim Knight.
• Use explicit instruction techniques and frequent formative assessment to check for student understanding. 
• The ability to differentiate curriculum and teaching practices in combined classes to meet a wide range of student learning needs and capabilities.
• Knowledge of research findings relevant to student learning and education.
• A pursuit of continuous improvement and self-reflection as a teacher.
• A commitment to collaborate with colleagues in planning, implementing and reviewing curriculum through the design and editing of shared resources.
• The ability to establish and foster relationships with students, staff and parents.
• A willingness to be actively involved in the cultural, pastoral and co-curricular activities of the School. 
• VIT Registration is essential for this position.  

Why work for us?

• Benefit from learning from our experienced Coaches as part of our renowned Instructional Coaching program. 
• Professional development of our staff is a priority with regular training/workshops scheduled to support this.
• Rich and diverse co-curricular involvement (limited to only one season of sport). 

We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff here: Work at Brighton Grammar School

Want to find out more?

To view the position description for the role, click on the relevant link below. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via *******@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be redirected to our secure online recruitment portal. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 4 September 2026.  

Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Attachments:
- Teacher PD_SecondarySchool_August2025_FINAL.pdf