Digital Technologies Teacher – Be Part of the Future of Learning

Mercedes College | South Australia

Fixed Term Contract | 21 July 2025 to 12 December 2025

FTE 0.8 – 1.0 across 5 days | Teaching Year 7 – 10 and includes a Year 10 Home Group

Potential for permanency from 2026

Lead the charge in bringing tomorrow’s technology to life in today’s classroom.

Mercedes College is on the edge of an exciting transformation — we're building a state-of-the-art Innovation Hub designed to inspire the next generation of thinkers, makers, and problem-solvers. As we shape this cutting-edge space, we’re searching for a passionate Digital Technologies Teacher to lead our students into the world of Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

What you’ll do

Bring the future into the classroom: Deliver immersive learning experiences that integrate 3D printing, coding, robotics, AI concepts, and virtual/augmented reality.

Ignite curiosity: Empower students to develop critical and creative thinking through real-world digital projects and challenges.

Champion innovation: Collaborate on shaping and activating our brand-new Innovation Hub — a future-focused space for design, tech, and entrepreneurship.

Go beyond the classroom: Support the College’s vision of digital fluency by embedding technology across curriculum and the College.

Lead the way: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and pedagogical practices to ensure our students graduate future-ready.

We’re looking for someone who:

Is a qualified and innovative teacher of Digital Technologies.

Has experience (or deep enthusiasm) for robotics, coding (e.g., Python, JavaScript), 3D modelling/printing, and XR technologies (VR/AR).

Understands Industry 4.0/5.0 principles and can translate them into meaningful, engaging student learning.

Embraces design thinking, future learning pedagogies, and student-led inquiry.

Thrives on collaboration, creativity, and inspiring students to push boundaries.

Why Join Us?

At our College, we believe learning should be inspiring, challenging, and deeply meaningful. You can:

Be part of shaping a future-focused digital learning ecosystem.

Work in a school where innovation is not just supported — it's celebrated.

Inspire students who are hungry to invent, explore, and lead.

Help launch the Innovation Hub – a physical and pedagogical space for breakthrough thinking.

Ready to make your mark on the future?

Apply now and be the educator who sparks the next wave of change-makers, coders, inventors, and dreamers.

Email your application to [email protected], addressed to Mr. Andrew Balkwill (Principal), comprising:

Cover letter outlining the following (no more than 1 A4 page) detailing your experience, passion for this role and what are your teaching specialisations.

A copy of your CV, including 3 referees

Completed Applicant Declaration Form (See the Mercedes College website https://www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au/about-mercedes/careers/)

💚 Apply now and help us lead a learning community where innovation meets inspiration 💚

Applications close: 9am Monday 14th July 2025

Appointment will be subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances.

Mercedes College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable applicant prior to the application close date.