English Teacher

Magdalene Catholic College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magdalene Catholic College invites applications for a permanent full-time Classroom Teacher to teach English across a range of year groups and levels, supporting growth in faith and learning.

Applicants must be registered to teach with NESA, hold Level B Accreditation or commit to achieving it within five years, and align with the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong's mission. A caring, inclusive classroom approach and engagement with families are valued.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and school mission.
• Ability to create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Ability to tailor teaching for diverse learners.
• Experience teaching English across year groups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across a range of year groups.
• Contribute to faith formation and student growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and community.
• Plan and assess using diverse strategies.

Skills

Deep teaching philosophy

Safe and orderly environment

Differentiated instruction

English lesson planning

Assessment for learning

Professional collaboration

Education

Qualifications for KLA teaching

Level B accreditation or plan to gain

NESA registration

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 15 November 2026

A Co-educational Catholic College serving the Macarthur area with an enrolment of approximately 1182 pupils.

A permanent full time position commencing 28 January 2027. The successful applicant will be required to teach English classes across a range of year groups and levels.

The role of Classroom Teacher exists to support growth in faith and improvement in learning so that students may reach their full potential.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrate a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
• Create and maintain an orderly, safe and supportive learning environment based on the principles of PB4L.
• Apply knowledge of the diverse needs of students to support their full participation in learning.
• Ability to plan for and implement effective teaching and learning in English.
• Use a range of assessment strategies and analyse data to inform student learning.
• Demonstrate commitment to engage professionally with colleagues, parents /carers and the wider College community.

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

• Experience having taught English in Stage 6 would be beneficial
• The ability to teach Religious Education and/or Studies of Religion I and/or II.

GENERAL CAPABILITIES

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Key Learning Area (s).
• Level B Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain level within the first 5 years of employment with CEDoW.
• The applicant must be registered to teach with NESA.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.

POSITION APPLICATION

Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the essential criteria (equivalent to 2-3 pages) and submit a short CV (2-3 pages).

Closing Date: 15 November 2026 at 11.55pm

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is unwavering in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This is at the heart of everything we do.

Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered and to feel safe.

As school communities and as individuals, we commit to keeping children and young people safe, and to work together with them to create cultures that honour dignity and enrich wellbeing.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

1152 Students
93 TeachingStaff
29 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers VET

A co-educational Secondary Catholic College serving the parishes of the Western Macarthur region with an enrolment of approximately 1152 pupils.