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School professionals › Teaching in a Lutheran school
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Teaching in a Lutheran school

In Lutheran education, our desire is to see every person thrive in their work and life. Service in response to God's love is at the heart of all we do.

Lutheran schools have a growing need for Lutheran and Christian qualified teachers who seek to work in a learning environment that reflects the ethos outlined in the document The LCA and its schools and Growing deep. The appointment of staff is the responsibility of individual schools, taking into consideration their particular needs. In other words, there is no central appointment of staff.

All positions in Lutheran schools are advertised on the LEA website [Go to Find a job in a Lutheran school]. This site is updated on a regular basis.

The following provides some guidance for those interested in teaching in Lutheran schools:

Teacher graduate or experienced teacher Students in training for teaching Secondary student interested in teaching in Lutheran schools International enquiries
Teacher graduate or experienced teacher

Since appointments in Lutheran schools are a local school responsibility teacher graduates and/or experienced teachers are encouraged to study the employment vacancies in Lutheran schools that are advertised on the teachers.on.net and apply giving testimony 'to your Christian faith and commitment'. You should apply directly for positions in Lutheran schools as they are advertised. In addition, you may seek to meet with the appropriate regional director to discuss what it means to teach in Lutheran schools. During the first three years of your appointment in a Lutheran school you will be taken through the study requirements for accreditation as a teacher in the Lutheran school.

Students in training for teaching

Australian Lutheran College offers the Lutheran Strand as a way in which students doing a teacher education program in any Australian university can fulfil major requirements for LEA accreditation. It provides a valued addition to initial teaching studies which is highly regarded by those who employ teachers in Lutheran and other Christian schools.

Since appointments in Lutheran schools are a local school responsibility teacher education students are encouraged to study the employment vacancies in Lutheran schools that are advertised on the LEA website and apply giving testimony 'to your Christian faith and commitment'. During the first three years of your appointment in a Lutheran school you will be taken through the study requirements for accreditation. Graduates in disciplines other than education who wish to become either primary or secondary teachers will need to undertake postgraduate study. Contact Australian Lutheran College, who will provide relevant information.

Secondary student interested in teaching in Lutheran schools

The Lutheran Church of Australia prepares students for teaching in Lutheran schools through the Australian Lutheran College, which has partnership arrangements with several tertiary institutions around Australia. These arrangements allow students to study in Brisbane, Adelaide and Ballarat and include Australian Lutheran College units in their initial degree. Such students also undertake formative activities and practice teaching in Lutheran schools. Students should contact the Australian Lutheran College to obtain further information on these programs and application procedures. For further information refer to the Australian Lutheran College website or email alc@alc.edu.au

International enquiries

International Lutheran teachers who seek appointment in Australian Lutheran schools should initially contact the LEA national office at lea@lutheran.edu.au. We are not able to provide direct advice on the immigration issues involved, but for an overview and application requirements, refer to the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs website

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