Secondary Languages Teacher - Gateshead

St Mary's Catholic College - Gateshead; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A co-educational college is seeking a Temporary Part-Time (0.4FTE) Secondary Languages Teacher for the 2026 school year. The ideal candidate will inspire students within a faith-filled community, promoting language learning and personal growth. Responsibilities include differentiating learning, fostering a safe and inclusive environment, and aligning with Australian Professional Standards. This is an opportunity for passionate educators to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching Languages and cultural communication.
• Ability to connect with students in a faith-filled environment.
• Experience in creating effective assessment practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students to learn through language and culture.
• Differentiate learning based on student needs and abilities.
• Implement evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles.

Skills

Ability to foster values grounded in the Gospel

Effective communication skills

Experience in differentiated learning

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Knowledge of Australian Professional Standards for Teachers

Job description

St Mary's Catholic College Gatesheadis seeking a Temporary Part Time (0.4FTE) Secondary Languages Teacher for 2026!

Teach with Purpose at St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead

Are you a passionate Languages educator ready to inspire students and make a meaningful impact in a faith-filled school community? St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead is seeking a Temporary Part-Time (0.4FTE) Secondary Languages Teacher to join our team for the 2026 school year.

Rooted in the rich Josephite tradition, St Mary’s is a co-educational Year 7–12 college where faith, learning, and service come together.

We’re known for our safe, inclusive, and caring environment, where relationships are nurtured and excellence in teaching is celebrated.

With a strong commitment to the Visible Learning Framework, we empower students to grow academically and personally.

As a Languages teacher, you’ll help students connect with the world through language, culture, and communication—while fostering values grounded in the Gospel.

Whether you’re an experienced educator or an emerging talent, if you’re ready to inspire students and contribute to a school that lives its motto “Ready to Serve,” we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help students find their voice—where faith meets language, and learning opens doors to the world.

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

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.