Classroom Teacher - Primary

Catholic Education Office - Diocese of Bathurst • St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Orange, FL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Orange is seeking an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to support students' personal, spiritual and educational growth and the mission and ethos of Catholic education. The teacher will create a learner-centred, supportive and cooperative environment aligned with curriculum policies; develop and implement quality curriculum programs; assess and report student progress; use inclusive strategies and adapt practices to support equitable education; analyse assessment data to identify barriers and improve learning; engage in professional development; collaborate with school leadership and staff; contribute to school life; supervise students; and assist with extracurricular activities.

This is a permanent, full-time position at 1.0 FTE, commencing 28 January 2027. The role is based at St Mary's CPS in Orange, NSW. A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required, and preferred applicants are subject to employment screening.

Applicants must provide an updated CV or resume, a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, contact details for appropriate referees, and supporting documentation such as statements of service, transcripts, identification and Working with Children Check documentation. Applications close at 11:55pm on 24 November 2026, although the vacancy may close earlier when a suitable candidate is found. A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and will be valid for 12 months.

Requirements

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Monitor and assess student learning data and use it to inform teaching for improved student learning.
• Demonstrate commitment and capacity to contribute actively to a broad range of school activities.
• 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 applicant's 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 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.
• Support the personal, spiritual and educational growth of students and the mission and ethos of Catholic education.

Benefits

• Access to leadership development to support teaching leadership aspirations.
• Positive, engaging and supportive culture.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development and professional growth.
• 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