English Teacher

MacKillop; Canberra; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff professional development

Paid parental leave

Catholic Education community

Catholic Archdiocese affiliation

Job summary

St Mary MacKillop College in Canberra is seeking a highly effective English Teacher to inspire students, foster an inclusive learning environment, and deliver engaging literacy instruction.

The successful applicant will build respectful relationships, analyse student data to enhance growth, differentiate teaching, and contribute to a supportive Catholic education community. Start date: 25 January 2027. Permanent full-time with a salary range of $92,882 to $141,638 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching required.
• WWVP registration required.
• TQI registration required.
• Accreditation in line with Catholic Education Canberra & Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment with engaging pedagogy.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Build respectful relationships and analyse student progress data.
• Contribute to a supportive Catholic education community.

Skills

Literacy

Organisation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education

Master of Teaching

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 11 October 2026

Join St Mary MacKillop College as an English Teacher. Inspire students, foster inclusion, and share your passion for excellence in teaching and learning.

Salary Range: $92,882 to $141,638 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 25 January 2027, Term One

About St Mary MacKillop College

St Mary MacKillop College is Canberra’s largest secondary school, operating across two campuses: Years 7 to 9 at our Padua Campus inWanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 at our St Peter’s Campus in Isabella Plains. As part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), we are connected to a wider network of 56 Catholic schools and nine Early LearningCentresacross the region. Our diverse and talented teaching staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise from various backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches the learning experience. We offer a wide range of curriculum options, excellent facilities, and numerous co-curricular opportunities. At MacKillop, we provide staff with pathways to leadership, access to professional learning and wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and support for those transitioning from primary to secondary teaching. We are proud of our inclusive and welcoming community, as well as our strong culture of quality teaching and learning, which is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive.

About the Role

St Mary MacKillop College is seeking a highly effective and passionate English Teacherto join our staff. The successful applicant will create a safe and supportive learning environment, apply engaging pedagogical practices, and differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs. They will build respectful relationships, analyse student data to enhance learning growth, and contribute to an inclusive school culture. Strong literacy, organisation, and collaboration skills are essential, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

2078 Students
169 TeachingStaff
66 Non-Teaching Staff