French Teaching Opportunities

What qualifications and registration do I need to teach in Victoria?

All teachers wishing to teach in Victoria need to be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching which is the professional body that sets the professional standards for teachers in Victoria. At the VIT website registration information is available for teacher graduates trained in Australia and experienced teachers trained in Australia and teachers trained overseas.

You may click here to access current teaching positions advertised on DET's 'schooljobs' website.

Please note: Ads posted below are provided for the information of schools and individuals, they are not a recommendation or suggestion. We endeavour to provide accurate information. 


Damascus College

2025 French Teacher 

Our French Program at Damascus College is growing & we'd love you to join us in 2025! 

Part Time or Full Time - fixed term with potential ongoing opportunities 

Damascus College is set in a beautiful 22-hectare bush setting, 7km from the Ballarat CBD and just 1hr from Melbourne’s western suburbs. Students experience a diverse student-centred curriculum in a context where respectful relationships are nurtured and valued.  

We are now seeking applications from a VIT registered French Teacher who has demonstrated ability, energy, and commitment to support and engage our students to be their best during their educational journey. 

Teachers at Damascus College are expected to uphold the professional standards of the Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL), display high levels of competency in their discipline, be committed to support Catholic education and the Damascus College Code of Conduct. 

How to apply 

Visit www.damascuscollege.com.au for Position Description & call the College HR Team for a confidential, no-obligation conversation (03) 5337 2255 or recruitment@damascus.vic.edu.au 

 Damascus College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. All employees and volunteers to the college must be committed to providing the highest level of safety and care.  



The Geelong College

Teacher of French

  • Ongoing, full-time 
  • Commencing Term 1, 2025 (or otherwise by negotiation)

The Geelong College is seeking to employ a committed and passionate Teacher of French based at our Senior School Campus. 

Qualifications and Experience

  • Ability to teach VCE French preferred but not essential 
  • Evidence of Right to Work in Australia
  • Relevant educational qualification and experience gained in a similar role 
  • Current Victorian Institute of Teachers (VIT) registration
  • Current First Aid (HLTAID 011), CPR (HTLAID 009) and asthma
  • Completion of the College anaphylaxis or 22578VIC anaphylaxis qualification

To apply, please submit your application online. This should be addressed to the Principal, Dr Peter Miller, The Geelong College and include;

  • A cover letter and resume;
  • Address to the Key Selection Criteria, demonstrating your experience that will enable you to flourish in the Teacher of French position.

Applications received until Sunday 17 November - 11pm

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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. 


Gippsland Grammar School

French Teacher with POR opportunity for 2025

Live and work in beautiful Gippsland!

Gippsland Grammar provides an outstanding contemporary, holistic education where our community has a shared understanding of what we learn, how we learn and who we teach. Our School culture is centred around our core values of Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility and Respect and develops people of character who act with integrity and wisdom.

We seek an inspiring French teacher to take the lead in managing the curricular, teaching and financial activities of our Language Department, leading a fantastic team of dedicated staff.

If you are well organised and experienced in your method and hold excellent communication and collaboration skills, we encourage you to apply for this Head of Department Position of Responsibility.

Please note that whilst this Position of Responsibility has a time release of 0.14FTE (for 3 years), the School offers
ongoing part-time employment with an ongoing teaching load whilst holding the tenured POR. A generous 12% of Level 9 POR allowance also accompanies this position.

Gippsland Grammar is a child safe environment.  Every child has a right to be safe, and at the School, we take a zero-tolerance approach to any behaviours that jeopardise student safety (including child abuse and reportable conduct).  As such, preferred applicants will be subject to child protection screening, background and reference checks, verification of identity checks and must adhere to the School's student safe practices, as outlined in the Student Protection Program policies on the School's website.

For more details on the requirements, duties and responsibilities of this role, view the position description on our careers page http://careers.gippslandgs.vic.edu.au.

Expressions of interest for a teaching position alone are also encouraged. 

Please state your interest in the Position of Added Responsibility in your cover letter.

Applications may be considered as received; therefore, early lodgement is recommended.


The Knox School

The Knox School is an independent, values-driven coeducational institution from Early Learning to Year 12 in Wantirna South, Victoria. It boasts a distinguished reputation for providing personalised learning for all students, who become the architects and advocates for their learning journey as they strive to achieve their personal best. Founded in 1982, The Knox School is a non-denominational establishment. Its values of Achievement, Care, Empathy, Resilience, Responsibility and Respect are at the core of all its endeavours. It celebrates each student’s uniqueness, and through a close-knit community, they can find their niche and become proud to belong. 

1. Senior French Teacher – Term 4, 2024  (0.7FTE)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced French Teacher to join our Senior School. This is a fixed-term position for Term 4, 2024 with the potential of extension into 2025.

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2. Junior School French Teacher - Term 1, 2025 (0.8FTE)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced French Teacher to join our Junior School. This is a newly created part-time 0.8FTE position commencing Term 1, 2025.  

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Creek Street Christian College Bendigo

Primary French Teacher: PT, Commencing term 1, 2025

About the College

Creek Street Christian College has been an integral part of the ministry of Creek Street Church in Bendigo since 1981. It is an inter-denominational, co-educational Prep to Year 12 College. An Early Learning Centre commenced in 2017 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 2021.

The College enjoys an outstanding reputation and has experienced continuous, steady growth. It provides a high standard of Christian Education for families through a well-balanced, innovative curriculum in a positive and caring environment.

The vision of the College is to see students equipped to impact their community, nation and the world for the Lord Jesus Christ.

Further information about the College is available on our website www.creekstreet.vic.edu.au.

About the position

  • Part Time approx. 0.6 EFT, French Teacher – to teach prep – year 6.

About the candidates

The successful candidates will need to have a successful work history and desire to be part of a welcoming, growing and thriving regional Christian College Community. Excellent support will be provided to the successful candidates.

Employees needs to be able to share the core values of the College and have a passion for teaching in a Christian education setting. The terms of these positions are negotiable, and the College will assist potential candidates in providing suitable work conditions and relocation if required.

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Victorian School of Languages

An opportunity to Teach French in a different environment with the VSL!

Our Distance Education section is looking for someone to teach 0.4 and be part of the French faculty as a member of our dynamic and specialist team.

If you have any questions, get in touch with the Acting Manager of Distance Education, Mike Atkinson by email - michaela@vsl.vic.edu.au or phone - 9474 0500. (On Recruitment Online)

  • You can apply through Edupay if you're a current DET employee, or for external applicants. Job ID 1417409
  • Work must be on site in Thornbury, Victoria.
  • Applicants must be appropriately qualified and hold registration with the VIT.
  • The advertised position is a family leave replacement.