Classroom Teacher

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese; Penrith; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

25% off school fees

Fitness Passport wellbeing

Professional growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres

Job summary

Our Lady of the Rosary, St Mary's is part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, inviting a passionate Classroom Teacher to join on a Temporary Full-time basis commencing Term 1, 2027 to cover a maternity leave.

The role requires designing dev-appropriate lessons, strong curriculum knowledge including Religious Education, safe and inclusive classrooms, and data-informed instruction under NSW education standards.

Qualifications

• Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance
• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Statements of Service
• Religious Education qualifications, or willingness to obtain them in line with Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead requirements

Responsibilities

• Design developmentally appropriate lessons meeting students' physical, social and intellectual needs
• Demonstrate strong understanding of curriculum content and learning sequences, including Religious Education
• Apply effective teaching strategies that make learning meaningful
• Create safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environments
• Maintain consistent and fair behaviour management practices
• Use assessment data to identify learning needs and improve student outcomes

Skills

Lesson design

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment data use

Behaviour management

Inclusive classroom

Teaching strategies

Education

4-year teaching degree

Job description

Our Lady of the Rosary, St Mary's is proud to be part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese's system of 80 Catholic primary and secondary schools operating across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains providing more than 46,000 students with a high-quality, low fee Catholic education.

Our school is a welcoming, safe and innovative learning community for local students and their families.

We are seeking a passionate Classroom Teacher to join our dedicated team on a Temporary Full-time basis commencing Term 1, 2027 to cover a maternity leave for the year.

Key Responsibilities

About the Opportunity

Our Lady of the Rosary, St Mary's is proud to be part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese's system of 80 Catholic primary and secondary schools operating across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains providing more than 46,000 students with a high-quality, low fee Catholic education.

Our school is a welcoming, safe and innovative learning community for local students and their families.

• We are seeking a passionate Classroom Teacher to join our dedicated team on a Temporary Full-time basis commencing Term 1, 2027 to cover a maternity leave for the year.

Key Responsibilities

The Primary Teacher will fit the following criteria:

• Ability to design developmentally appropriate lessons that meet students' physical, social and intellectual needs

• Strong understanding of curriculum content and learning sequences, including Religious Education

• Skilled in applying effective teaching strategies that make learning meaningful

• Ability to create safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environments

• Consistent and fair behaviour management practices

• Able to use assessment data to identify learning needs and improve student outcomes

Why work at CSPD?

We invest in our people. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits

• Up to 25% off school fees for your children

• Wellbeing initiatives and resources such as Fitness Passport

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• State-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team

• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

Qualifications and Accreditations

• Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance

• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

• Statements of Service

• Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% complete)

• Religious Education qualifications, or a willingness to obtain them in line with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead requirements

The Organisation

CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPDs Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.