Classroom Teacher - Secondary English

James Sheahan Chs Orange; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Positive culture

Ongoing training opportunities

Strong professional networks

Job summary

James Sheahan CHS Orange is seeking a dedicated English Teacher for the secondary years to contribute to a Catholic learning community in Orange, NSW.

The role requires tertiary qualifications and NSW teaching accreditation, with a focus on curriculum delivery, assessment, and inclusive teaching for Years 7–12. The position is permanent full-time, commencing late January 2027, with engagement in school life and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Must hold NSW teaching accreditation.
• Experience aligning curriculum to NSW standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs for Years 7–12.
• Assess and report student progress to meet learning goals.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies to support diverse learners.
• Analyze assessment data to identify learning barriers and drive improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance outcomes.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff and contribute to school life.
• Provide student supervision and support extracurricular activities.

Skills

Curriculum design

Data-driven teaching

Collaboration

Inclusive teaching

Education

NSW teaching accreditation

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 13 November 2026

Inspire learning in a supportive Catholic school community.

Classroom Teacher - Secondary English | James Sheahan CHS, Orange
Co-educational, Years 7-12
Permanent Full-time Position, 1 FTE
Commencing: 28 January 2027

About the Role

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

We are seeking a Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• 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

We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team.
• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation
• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding
• Up to date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in your KLA area

About Our Offer

Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• An organisation that 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

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 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.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 13 November 2026.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop.

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools.

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safety in our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

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

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

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

1090 Students
86 TeachingStaff
26 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

A Co-educational School Years 7 - 12 located in Orange, NSW with a current enrolment of 1033 students.