Connect
Is an introduction into Lutheran identity.
Working in Lutheran education
Lutheran Education Australia is committed to providing the best opportunities for current and aspiring teachers and other staff to start and continue their careers in a system with shared values.
LEA is focused on supporting our staff so they can support our communities.
In a relationship with God and each other, we partner parents and caregivers as the child’s primary educators.
LEA offers a range of support for new staff, for staff transferring from other education systems, and for staff growing and developing their careers within Lutheran Education.
Why Lutheran Education is a vocation
Working in Lutheran education is not just a job – it is a vocation with purpose.
Our Lutheran education communities view you as a uniquely gifted individual. Our communities will support you and provide opportunities for professional development.
Lutheran education enterprise agreements include ongoing professional learning and development.
As a staff member in Lutheran Education, your training and entitlements stay with you wherever you move nationally within our system.
Hear from other Lutheran educators: Connect expectations
Expertise in Lutheran education
Lutheran schools and early childhood services bring expertise, talent and our common interest together to achieve a shared purpose.
We are here to walk alongside you and assist you to access the resources you need.
Lutheran Education professional learning programs
Teachers in Lutheran education receive professional learning to assist them in their role, their community and for their context. There are two key resources for staff educating students in Lutheran learning communities.
Equip
Provides support for teachers of Christian Studies.
Transferring to Lutheran Education from another sector
In addition to an induction provided by each school, Lutheran Education offers a Connect program and the Equip program, which supports the teaching of Christian Studies.
Lutheran Education recognition of equivalent learning
Staff employed in Lutheran education may be eligible for recognition of equivalent learning from another educational system, such as Catholic education. Equivalent units of study in theology and leadership may be recognised towards Accreditation as a Christian Studies teachers and Accreditation as a leader.
Lutheran Education employment benefits
- State based Enterprise Agreements
- Portable personal leave across Lutheran Education nationally
- Portable long service leave across Lutheran Education nationally
- Access to subsidised or free professional development programs
- Recognition of continuity of service across schools and services
- Recognition of equivalent learning may be available in some circumstances
Relocation support may be provided in some circumstances.
The Lutheran Education ethos
Working in Lutheran Education requires staff to support the Lutheran ethos within the learning community. Lutheran schools and early childhood services have a shared vision that is based on the Bible’s teachings.
As a Christian learning community, our schools and early childhood services nurture a culture and ethos built on our core values of love, justice, compassion, forgiveness, service, humility, courage, hope, and gratitude.
We encourage social cohesion, tolerance and inclusivity.
Learn how you can make a difference: Dream to Achieve