Classroom Teacher - Secondary English

CEDB Recruitment • Orange, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange is seeking a Secondary English Teacher to join its team in a permanent, full-time position of 1 FTE, commencing 28 January 2027. The teacher will collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs relevant to the curriculum and create a nurturing, ordered, learner-centred and supportive learning environment. The role supports the mission and ethos of Catholic education and contributes to student learning, wellbeing and school life.

The position includes developing and implementing curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assessing and reporting student progress; using inclusive strategies and adapting practices to support equitable education; analysing assessment data to identify barriers and encourage improvement; and undertaking ongoing professional development. The teacher will collaborate with school leadership and staff, contribute to a broad range of school activities, supervise students and assist with extracurricular activities.

Applicants must hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW, have an up-to-date Employee Working with Children Check, and be prepared to undergo employment screening. Applications require an updated CV or resume, a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, referee contact details and supporting documentation. Applications close at 11:55pm on 13 November 2026, though the vacancy may close earlier when a suitable candidate is found. A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and remain valid for 12 months.

Requirements

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Have the capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and use it to inform teaching and improve 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.
• Demonstrate a desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation.
• Be able to develop positive classroom relationships based on mutual respect, patience and understanding.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in the relevant KLA area.
• Hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check and be subject to employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs relevant to the curriculum.
• Create a learner-centred, supportive, cooperative, nurturing and ordered learning environment.
• Use effective teaching methods and inclusive strategies, adapting practices to support equitable education.
• Assess and report student progress.
• Monitor and analyse student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes and improve professional practice.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff and contribute to school life and a broad range of school activities.
• Provide student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

Benefits

• Access to leadership development to support teaching leadership aspirations.
• Positive, engaging and supportive culture.
• Professional growth, ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Access to a larger Catholic Education network and opportunities to create strong teacher networks.

What This Job Offers

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