Year 1 Classroom Teacher, Mother Teresa Primary School, Harrison ACT

Mother Teresa Primary School, Harrison (see more jobs from this school)

Harrison, ACT 


Primary Teacher

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 12 January 2025


A classroom teacher guides students through their educational journey, creating dynamic lessons and fostering a supportive environment. They inspire critical thinking, promote creativity, and help students build the skills needed for future success.

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Harrison, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$80,184 to $130,910&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Negotiable&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date</strong>:&nbsp;11.55 pm, Sunday 12 January 2025</p><p><strong>About Mother Teresa</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>Welcome to Mother Teresa School, a thriving Catholic learning community where we inspire our students to care, dream, innovate, and achieve! Serving children aged 4 to 12, our school is equipped with modern learning spaces that promote collaboration and creativity.&nbsp;Our innovative learning spaces are designed to foster collaboration and creativity, allowing you to engage students aged 4 to 12 through contemporary teaching strategies. With a strong focus on mental health and resilience, you’ll have the tools to help students flourish both academically and personally. Plus, our diverse extracurricular offerings from robotics to performing arts, ensure every child can explore their passions.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Embark on an enriching journey as a Year 1 Classroom Teacher at Mother Teresa Primary School, where you will play a vital role in shaping young minds within a supportive Catholic community. In this role, you will&nbsp;educate students using approved techniques and resources that align with curriculum, provide regular assessment and feedback while maintaining accurate records, and collaborate with colleagues and families. The successful applicant will provide themselves on their work ethic and ability to uphold professional standards through ongoing learning and accreditation.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, <a href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst&nbsp;</a></li><li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP).</li><li>Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://motherteresa.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Carmel Maguire&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6241 5604 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au">carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/504526/year-1-classroom-teacher-mother-teresa-primary-school-harrison-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>