2026 Teaching Opportunity - Outdoor Learning Coordinator

### [Encounter Lutheran College](/vacancy/school/1423-encounter-lutheran-college)

[### Victor Harbor, SA](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-35.527843,138.636505)

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#### [Primary Teacher](/vacancy/position/15-teaching-primary-teacher)

#### Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.50 FTE)

#### Applications Close: 13 October 2025

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Lead and enrich outdoor learning across ELC–Year 6, fostering nature play, sustainability, and curriculum integration at Encounter.

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Encounter Lutheran College is a vibrant Early Learning to Year 12 community located in the heart of Victor Harbor on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), alongside SACE and VET pathways in our Senior School. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to inspire intellectual curiosity, and global perspective in every learner.

We are excited to invite applicants for the role of Outdoor Learning Coordinator, a position that plays a key part in enriching our students' connection to the natural world. If you are passionate about outdoor education, sustainability, and hands-on learning, this is a unique opportunity to lead and shape our outdoor learning initiatives.

This opportunity is open to both teaching and non-teaching professionals with relevant experience and qualifications. An increased FTE for the right non-teaching candidate would apply. Whether you're a classroom educator or a specialist in environmental or outdoor learning, we welcome your application and your unique perspective.

Why join Encounter?

• Welcoming and inclusive Christian community
• Forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning
• Stunning coastal location that supports wellbeing and lifestyle
• Culture of professional growth and shared purpose

If you’re ready to inspire, connect, and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Current Opportunity Available:

• Outdoor Learning Coordinator 0.5FTE Ongoing (Teacher or LSO position)* *Position to start in 2026 at the beginning of the school year

Applications close: Monday 13 October 2025

Interested candidates are required to follow the Application Guidelines in the Candidate Information Pack.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Nicola Harlow, People & Culture Manager, at *************@encounter.sa.edu.au or 08 8552 8***

### Attachments:

• [Candidate Application Form - Outdoor Learning Coordinator.pdf]


### [Encounter Lutheran College](/vacancy/school/1423-encounter-lutheran-college)

[#### Victor Harbor, SA](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-35.527843,138.636505)

Principal:
[Kelvin Grivell](https://www.encounter.sa.edu.au/principals-message/)

Affiliation: Lutheran
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

810 Students
67 Teaching
Staff
45
Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers IB

Offers VET

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Encounter Lutheran College is located in Victor Harbor, 80 km south of Adelaide on the beautiful South Coast. Encounter Lutheran College provides excellence in education in a caring Christian environment. The College was established in 2001 and has been steadily increasing in size each year.
We offer a dynamic and flourishing Early Learning to Year 12 education for the families of the South Coast. Our College community includes in excess of 800 students and 120 staff.

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#### Application Instructions

To apply for this position, email a written application to Nicola Harlow, People & Culture Manager, at ******@encounter.sa.edu.au by 9am Monday 13 October 2025. Applications should include:

• 1) Cover Letter
• Maximum of one page, identifying the reasons for your interest in the position.
• 2) Resume
• Professional resume inclusive of two employment references.
• 3) Selection Criteria
• Written response addressing the Selection Criteria.