Curriculum and ExCEL Program Leader

About the College

Parade College is part of Edmund Rice Education Australia, the national network of Catholic schools. The College is committed to helping young people develop into balanced, capable individuals who can contribute meaningfully to society. Within its energetic learning environment, students are supported to discover their strengths, pursue excellence, and grow in a holistic way.

As a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College places strong emphasis on high-quality education and pastoral care. Established in 1871, it is Australia’s oldest Edmund Rice school and has a long-standing reputation for educational excellence. The College offers a broad range of curriculum pathways across academic, sporting, music, visual arts, and trade areas.

In 2025, Parade College’s VCE Vocational Major program became co-educational, welcoming full-time female enrolments for Year 11 for the first time. From Term 1 2025, the Preston campus expanded its offerings through a new Tertiary Pathways Program, which includes a second stream of the successful Sport Academy and a new Business Academy. These academies provide students with a tailored pathway that can lead directly into selected La Trobe University undergraduate courses after the two-year program.

The College values innovation, ongoing learning, and strong relationships across staff, students, and the wider community.

Position Summary

The Curriculum and ExCEL Program Leader sits within the Teaching and Learning Executive and the Teaching and Learning Leaders team. The role is responsible for guiding whole-college curriculum development and setting the strategic direction for the Year 9 ExCEL program.

This position plays a central part in the College’s improvement agenda by coordinating leadership across teaching, learning, and innovative program design. In curriculum matters, the role leads and organises development across the College, including the design, coordination, and implementation of curriculum-related practices and processes. A major focus is improving professional practice through effective teaching strategies and ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with College priorities.

The successful applicant will support Learning Area Leaders and teachers in creating engaging, future-oriented work programs, encourage the use of technology in teaching and learning, and keep staff informed about relevant curriculum changes and education legislation. The role also carries responsibility for the leadership, coordination, and ongoing enhancement of the Year 9 ExCEL program, with a strong emphasis on innovation, program quality, student engagement, and broader promotion within the College community.

The ExCEL leadership component reflects the College’s commitment to experiential learning, strategic growth, and strong alignment with its broader curriculum direction.

Teaching and Learning Environment

Teaching and learning at Parade College is designed to inspire personal growth and lifelong commitment. Student talents are recognised and celebrated, while learning is understood as a shared endeavour supported by mutual respect and a strong drive for excellence.

Over more than 150 years, the College has developed the capability to deliver dynamic learning experiences that support students’ spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Its professional culture is vibrant and continually evolving, with students guided by qualified, experienced, and committed staff.

The curriculum combines established educational values with current thinking in theory, practice, and design. Classrooms are modern, technology-enabled, and well resourced, supporting a wide range of learning and teaching approaches.

Role Details

The successful candidate will begin on 27 January 2027. This is a three-year leadership appointment linked to an ongoing teaching role. The position includes a generous Position of Leadership Allowance and a time allowance per cycle.

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to read both the advertisement and the position description carefully before applying, and to demonstrate how their background meets the role requirements.

Applications must be submitted through the College website employment page by selecting the apply option and following the prompts. The application should be addressed to Mark Aiello, College Principal.

Each application must include a covering letter that addresses the Key Selection Criteria and outlines relevant skills, qualifications, and experience, with a maximum length of three pages, along with a current Curriculum Vitae.

Enquiries

Questions about the position or application process may be directed to Doreen Cutajar, Director of Human Resources, by email at [email protected] or by phone on (03) 9468 3300.

Closing Date

Applications close on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

Screening and Compliance

All applicants will be required to complete Parade College and legislative screening processes in line with the College’s child protection commitments and procedures.

The successful applicant must be a registered teacher in Victoria, or be able to obtain registration before the role starts.

Parade College is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of children and young people, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.