Primary Teacher - Kotara South

Teaching Jobs; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Newcastle is seeking a passionate Temporary Full-Time Primary Teacher for 2026. This role aims to support students' academic and spiritual growth in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching and the ability to differentiate learning according to students' needs, contributing to a vibrant faith-filled community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Catholic educational setting preferred.
• Strong commitment to academic excellence.
• Ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each child grows academically and spiritually.
• Create effective learning programs and assessments.
• Nurture students' creativity and curiosity.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Commitment to student wellbeing

Ability to differentiate learning

Effective assessment practices

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

St James’ Primary School, Kotara South is seeking a passionate and committed Temporary Full-Time Primary Teacher to join our dedicated team in 2026.

This 12 month opportunity offers the chance to work in a vibrant, faith-filled learning community that values collaboration, wellbeing, and academic excellence.

Our beautiful school caters to students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

We deliver a holistic education grounded in Catholic values, with a strong focus on contemporary, evidence-based teaching and learning.

Our personalised approach ensures that every student is supported to reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs