Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Canberra; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary MacKillop College in Canberra seeks a highly effective HASS Teacher to join our staff. The successful applicant will create a safe and supportive learning environment, differentiate instruction, and foster respectful relationships with students and families.

You will analyse student data to drive learning growth, contribute to an inclusive school culture, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching.
• WWVP clearance (Working with Vulnerable People).
• TQI registration and accreditation under Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, supportive learning environment for HASS students.
• Apply engaging pedagogical practices and differentiate instruction.
• Build respectful relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• Analyse student data to inform teaching and drive growth.
• Contribute to an inclusive school culture and engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Literacy

Organisation

Collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching

WWVP clearance

TQI registration

Accreditation under relevant Catholic Education policy

Job description

Salary Range: $94,596 to $141,638 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 in Wanniassa, 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 Learning Centres across 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 HASS Teacher to 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 clearance (WWVP)
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registrationAccreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

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.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries:

Lachlan McNicol on 02 6209 0124 or via email [e-mail].