Religious Education Teacher

BRADDON, ACT; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst professional learning

Curriculum resources access

Paid parental leave (24 weeks)

Parental leave benefits extended

Professional development opportunities

FLOURISH wellbeing program

Transfer opportunities within Archdioc

Job summary

Merici College in Canberra seeks a Religious Education Teacher to nurture students' relationship with God while deepening knowledge of Catholic beliefs and practices. Guided by the CACGEL-approved curriculum, the teacher designs engaging learning experiences that promote spiritual and moral growth.

The role offers a supportive professional learning program, access to curriculum resources, and generous leave entitlements, with opportunities to transfer across Archdiocese schools in ACT and NSW.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching required.
• Must hold ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration required.
• Be a practising Catholic and connected to a parish or worshipping community.
• Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest; and Accreditation D.

Responsibilities

• Nurture students' relationship with God while deepening knowledge of Catholic beliefs, values and practices.
• Design engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experiences based on the CACGEL Curriculum to promote spiritual and moral growth.

Skills

Catholic Faith Commitment

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching

Job description

5d ago , from Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date:January 2027, Term Four

At Merici College, you'll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7 to 12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11 to 12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7 to 10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.

About the Role

The Religious Education Teacher plays a vital role in nurturing students' relationship with God while deepening their knowledge of Catholic beliefs, values, and practices. Guided by the CACGEL-approved Religious Education Curriculum, the teacher designs engaging and meaningful learning experiences that promote spiritual and moral growth, encourage respect for others, and foster personal faith development. The Religious Education Teacher shares the richness of the Catholic tradition, helping students grow in their faith and live out the Gospel message.

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) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Be a practising Catholic, connected to a parish or other worshipping community
• Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest; and
• Accreditation D in accordance with the Accreditation to 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.