Classroom Teacher - Primary

Diocese of Bathurst • Orange, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

St Mary's Catholic Primary School (CPS) 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 development of each student and support the mission and ethos of Catholic education.

The role involves creating a learner-centred, supportive and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies; developing and implementing quality curriculum programs; assessing and reporting student progress; using inclusive teaching practices; analysing assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement; and engaging in ongoing professional development. The teacher will 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 successful applicant must hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check and will be subject to employment screening.

Requirements

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Be able to 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.
• Be able 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 applicant's KLA area.
• Hold a 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 mission and ethos of Catholic education and nurture students' personal, spiritual and educational growth.

Benefits

• Access to leadership development to support teaching leadership aspirations.
• Positive, engaging and supportive culture.
• Professional growth and opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• Opportunity to be part of a larger Catholic Education network and build teacher networks.

What This Job Offers

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