Agricultural Teacher - FT Permanent

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Orange City Council; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Supportive culture

Ongoing training

Catholic Education network

Orange community lifestyle

Job summary

James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange NSW is seeking an Agricultural Teacher for a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027. The role focuses on developing and delivering quality curriculum for Agricultural Education in a secondary Catholic school while maintaining a nurturing, orderly learning environment.

Applicants should hold qualifications to teach Agriculture and Science, with willingness to gain VET Primary Industries qualifications.

Qualifications

• Qualifications to teach Agriculture and Science courses, with willingness to obtain VET Primary Industries qualifications.
• Ability to integrate technology to maximise student outcomes.
• Ability to work within a professional learning team.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a culture of effort, engagement and excellence.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs and assess student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborating with leadership and staff and contributing to school life.
• Providing student supervision and assisting in organizing extracurricular activities.

Skills

Agriculture teaching

Science teaching

Tech integration

Team collaboration

Positive learning environment

Education

Teaching quals in Agriculture & Science

Job description

Agricultural Teacher - Secondary | James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange
Permanent | Full time Position
Commencing: Term 1, 2027
Salary ranging from $90,177 - 137,861 + Super
Access to wide range of company benefits such as Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging

We have an exciting opportunity for an Agricultural Teacher to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange NSW. The teacher in a Secondary Catholic School is someone who can collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs relevant to the Agricultural Education curriculum while creating a nurturing and order learning environment for their students.

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.
• Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities

A copy of the position description can be found here

About You (selection criteria)

• Qualifications to teach Agriculture and Science courses, and qualifications or willingness to obtain qualifications in VET Primary Industries.The CEDB will support the successful candidate in obtaining VET Primary Industries qualifications.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively to maximise student outcomes and engagement
• Ability to work and teach as part of a professional learning team
• Demonstrated ability to promote a culture of effort, engagement and excellence through the development of a positive, supportive student environment and related structures
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to build positive relationships and promote positive education

About Our Offer

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks
• Orange has a strong community spirit, with various local events, markets, and fairs that bring residents together and contribute to a sense of belonging
• Orange is renowned for its flourishing food and wine scene, with numerous wineries, vineyards, and gourmet restaurants. Residents can enjoy local produce, wine tasting tours, and farm-to-table dining experiences

Click here to find out more about Orange, NSW.

Click here to find out more about James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange.

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

Established in 1976, James Sheahan Catholic High School is named for James Sheahan, an influential Catholic priest who played a significant role in the development of Catholic education in the region.

At James Sheahan Catholic High School, we believe in holistic education. Alongside academics, we encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, performing arts, public speaking, and community service. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued, respected, and safe. We actively engage with the local community and promote social responsibility through community service programs.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.