Classroom Teacher - Primary

Diocese of Bathurst • Orange, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Orange is seeking an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to join its supportive team. The teacher will encourage the personal, spiritual, and educational growth of each student and support the mission and ethos of Catholic education. The role is a temporary, full-time position at 1.0 FTE, commencing 28 January 2027 and ending 28 January 2028.

The successful teacher will create a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies; develop and deliver quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; and assess and report on student progress. They will use inclusive strategies, adapt practice to support equitable education, analyse assessment data to identify barriers and encourage improvement, and engage in professional development. The role also involves collaborating with school leadership and staff, contributing to school life, supervising students, and assisting with extracurricular activities.

The position is based at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Orange, NSW, within Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst. A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required, and preferred applicants are subject to employment screening.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and use it to inform teaching and improve student learning.
• Commitment and capacity to contribute actively to a broad range of school activities.
• Capacity to reflect on, evaluate, and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team.
• Desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation.
• Ability to develop positive classroom relationships based on mutual respect, patience, and understanding.
• Up-to-date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in the relevant KLA area.
• Valid Employee Working with Children Check; preferred applicants are subject to employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods.
• Assess and report on student progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices to support equitable education.
• Analyse student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff, and contribute to school life.
• Provide student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

Benefits

• Access to leadership development to support teaching leadership aspirations.
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Access to a larger Catholic Education network and opportunities to build teacher networks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level