Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst professional learning

Curriculum resources for high-impact教学

24 weeks paid parental leave

Up to 14 weeks paternity leave

Professional development support

Flourish wellbeing program

Opportunities to transfer within Arch/

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 engaging classroom, apply differentiated instruction, and analyse student data to support growth.

They will foster respectful relationships and contribute to an inclusive school culture. The role requires a Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching, WWVP clearance, TQI registration, and accreditation under Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching is required.
• WWVP clearance is mandatory.
• TQI registration is required.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach HASS subjects to secondary students with differentiated instruction.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment and analyse student data to inform teaching.
• Contribute to an inclusive school culture and collaborate with staff on professional development.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching

WWVP clearance

TQI registration

Catholic Education accreditation

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) registration
• Accreditation 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].

Application queries

Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email [e-mail].