Food Technology Teacher

Role Description /Criteria

Iona College Geelong is seeking a passionate and innovative Food Technology Teacher to join our dynamic secondary teaching team on a Parental Leave replacement position from term 2, until the end of the year. At Iona College, we are committed to fostering a learning environment that inspires curiosity, creativity and excellence. We are looking for an educator who can deliver engaging and contemporary Food Technology classes that equip students with practical skills, critical thinking and an understanding of nutrition, sustainability and food systems.

The successful applicant will:

• Teach Food Technology across Years 7–12
• Design and deliver engaging, hands‑on learning experiences in a well‑equipped kitchen environment.
• Integrate contemporary food trends, nutrition principles and sustainability practices into the curriculum.
• Foster safe food handling practices in line with health and safety regulations.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the College.

You will:

• Hold current VIT registration (or be eligible for registration).
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum.
• Be an enthusiastic and collaborative educator with excellent classroom management skills.
• Show a commitment to child safety and student wellbeing.
• Support the ethos and values of a Catholic school community.

• A supportive and collegial staff culture.
• Ongoing professional learning opportunities.
• A commitment to innovation and excellence in teaching and learning.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ educational journeys.

Interested applicants should submit the following via email:

• Iona College Geelong Teaching Application Form
• Your Resume
• An introductory Letter addressing the following questions:
• Your reasons for wanting to become part of the Iona College Geelong Staff.
• The skills, attributes, and experience that you will contribute to the position sought and how these qualities may set you apart from other applicants.

Only Microsoft Word Documents will be accepted (no PDF documents except the application form). Responses (introductory letter) should not exceed two pages (approximately 700 words).

Email applications to:
employment.edu.au

Note:

There is limited capacity for the Principal to respond to individual phone calls and emails regarding these positions until candidates are contacted for an interview after shortlisting.

Closing Date: 4 pm on 2nd March 2026

Refer to the Role Description on the Iona College website.

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