The role of the Instructional Coach - Culture & Pedagogy is highly relational, providing the opportunity to model ‘right relationship’ with everybody involved in our community. You will promote an inclusive environment where each student is encouraged to feel a strong connection to their year level, their peers and the College. This role is central to the development of each student and the College as a whole. Instructional Coach - Culture & Pedagogy is an ambassador for the College as they will be engaged in frequent communication with our students, their parents/guardians, external agencies and organisations.

The Instructional Coach - Culture and Pedagogy will be a key driver in the implementation of the Sandhurst Magnify Framework, particularly in the areas of calm learning environments to improve student outcomes. This will include:

• Building staff capacity to engage our students in their learning and become more independent learners
• Building staff capacity to create and maintain calm learning environments.

The Instructional Coach - Culture and Pedagogy will:

• work closely with the Data Coordinator to present various data sets, and assist with the interpretation, for staff and teams as required
• assist in the delivery of the Instructional Coaching Program through the promotion of classroom drop-ins, classroom observation, group rehearsal, and data analysis inclusive of student voice.
  work with the staff to identify and promote Tier 1 and Tier 2 supports (for both staff and students) as part of the Instructional Coaching team
   support the mentorship of PTT and provisional VIT staff, and pre-service teacher placement
• Model, promote and engage in the College’s SPARK values to assist in understanding by both staff and students.

Other specific responsibilities will be directed by the Deputy Principal - Learning and Professional Practice and Deputy Principal - Student Wellbeing and Development, and these will be administered and organised at regular meetings throughout the year.  

Why choose to work at St Mary of the Angels Nathalia:

• St Mary of the Angels Secondary College is a co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic Secondary College located in Nathalia. The College serves the Goulburn and Murray Valleys and southern NSW regions and surrounding areas. St Mary of the Angels Secondary College provides excellent learning opportunities for students in years 7-12 with a focus on contemporary teaching practice and student engagement, meeting the needs of a range of learners with diverse educational pathways.

• Flexibility, salary, opportunity for salary packaging, professional development, mentoring, dedicated support, career progression, supportive team.

You will:

• Be a registered teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Have a commitment to Catholic Education and the Catholic Identity.
• Be conversant with and able to use current teaching methodologies including explicit instruction, self-directed learning and co-teaching.
• Display a professional and respectful demeanour and attitude at all times.
• Display evidence of using data to inform and enhance student learning outcomes.
• Display evidence of a team approach to curriculum planning and delivery.

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)

CES Ltd is situated in Central and Northeastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating 19,750 students in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Diversity and inclusion

CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.

Applications close on date and time:  Sunday 8th March 2026 at 5.00 pm

If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.