Classroom Teacher - Secondary Maths/Science and/or Religion

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

La Salle Academy in Lithgow, NSW, is seeking a Classroom Teacher for Secondary Maths/Science and/or Religion. This permanent full-time position at a landmark Catholic school offers an opportunity to contribute to a faith‑based, student‑centred learning community in Years 7–12.

The successful candidate will design and deliver quality curricula, assess progress, use inclusive teaching strategies, analyse student data to improve learning, participate in professional development and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 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 to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and to reflect on and improve professional practice.
• Desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Create 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.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Assessment data analysis

Differentiated instruction

Catholic education experience

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Education

Accreditation to teach NSW

Job description

Classroom Teacher - Secondary Maths/Science and/or Religion

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst – Lithgow NSW

Classroom Teacher - Secondary Maths/Science and/or Religion | La Salle Academy, Lithgow
Co-educational, Years 7-12
Permanent Full-time Position, 1.00 FTE
Commencing: Term 1, 2027

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maths/Science and /or Religion Teacher to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at La Salle Academy, Lithgow. 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.

• 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.

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.

La Salle Academy, nestled in the Parish of St. Patrick’s Lithgow, is a co-educational Catholic school dedicated to fostering a Christ-centered environment. Situated on the eastern edge of Wiradjuri country, our community honours this heritage. With a commitment to academic excellence and social justice, we strive to nurture well‑rounded individuals who flourish in a faith‑filled atmosphere. Through a comprehensive curriculum and diverse extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, clubs, and community service programs, La Salle ensures students feel safe, valued, and supported as they embark on their educational journey.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

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 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.