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Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Careers
  • Harrison, New York
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.  
    Employment Status: Full-time | Contract ends December, 2026 
    Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident 
    Start Date: Monday, 12 October 2026 
     
    About Mother Teresa Primary School 

    Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELC–Year 6 school located in Canberra’s Gungahlin region, proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built, interconnected learning spaces support flexible, team-based teaching and enable contemporary, inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, delivering targeted literacy programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking, and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture, structured mentoring, and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program, a commitment to educational excellence, and a values-driven environment, Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting. 

    About the Role    

    The Classroom Teacher plays a key role in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. Working collaboratively with colleagues and school leadership, you will design and deliver effective learning programs, support student wellbeing, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to the achievement of whole-school priorities and goals.
     
    This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.
     
    Benefits and Opportunities    
    • Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
    • Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice  
    • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)  
    • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)  
    • Support for professional development and study opportunities  
    • Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services  
    • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices 

    Qualifications and Eligibility 

    • Bachelor of Education/Teaching or Master of Teaching 
    • ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP)  
    • ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration  
    • Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy
    Application Process

    Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment. 
     
    Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students. 

    For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.    

    Position-specific queries: Carmel Maguire  on 02 6241 5604 or via email

    carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au

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    Application queries: Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email

    recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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    Position Description

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHarrison, New York
    Websitehttps://cg.catholic.edu.au/

    Skills

    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Literacyunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Superannuationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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