Commerce Teacher (Contract)

We are seeking a Commerce Teacher to join us at our Berwick Campus.

The successful applicant must thrive on working as part of a dynamic team of dedicated professionals who are committed to fostering excellence in their students.

• This is a full time (1.0 FTE), fixed term leave replacement position
• Commencing 5 October 2026 and Concluding 17 November 2026 (Tuesday, Week 7, Term 4) 
• This position is based at our Berwick Campus
• Teaching load includes Year 11 Business Management, Years 9-10 Commerce, and Year 8 Humanities.
• This position requires a current VIT registration
• Graduates are welcome to apply
• 2 day dedicated new staff induction - rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by our 2025 new teacher intake 
• All new teachers are assigned a mentor and encouraged to participate in our mentor program 

Please click here to view the full position description for this role.

Why should you join Beaconhills

• Access to internal and external Professional Learning
• Inclusive and supportive community
• No Saturday sport
• Access to an employee assistance program for you and your family
• Onsite electric car charging stations (Pakenham campus, coming soon to Berwick)
• Graduate mentor program
• Join one of the largest solar-powered schools in Australia – we have 360kW of solar power now operating and 40% of our school is powered by electricity sourced from renewable solar
• Pakenham Campus located 42 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD via Monash Freeway
• Onsite childcare available to staff (wait lists apply) 

Benefits of working at Beaconhills

• 13 weeks school holidays (3-week mid-year)
• Gifted day Monday before Melbourne Cup public holiday
• Occasional work from home opportunities i.e. report writing days
• 16 weeks paid parental leave allowance
• 15 days sick and carers leave per year
• 20 days of paid family violence leave
• Salary packaging available
• Free onsite parking

Applications

Please address your application to our Executive Principal, Mr Stephen McGinley.Applications should include:

• A PDF version of your cover letter that addresses why you want to work at Beaconhills
• A PDF version of your resume detailing your qualifications and experience
• Contact details of three professional referees (Including current or most recent Principal)

Applications close 14 August 2026 at 9:00am. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to shortlist candidates, conduct interviews and make an appointment prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement

Beaconhills College has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Beaconhills is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. Beaconhills College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and is committed to the principles of merit-based selection, equity, diversity and procedural fairness in our recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for all positions at Beaconhills College. Please click here to view our Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement in full.