Secondary Mathematics Teacher - Lochinvar

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

St Joseph’s College, Lochinvar, NSW, part of the Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle, is seeking a Temporary - Part Time Secondary Mathematics Teacher (0.4FTE) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months, teaching on Thursdays and Fridays. The College serves about 940 students from Years 7 to 12 in the Hunter Valley, with a mix of heritage and modern facilities.

The successful applicant will plan and deliver mathematics programs, uphold Catholic ethos, and meet NSW accreditation and

Qualifications

• Articulate clear understanding of Catholic Education and ethos.
• Plan and prepare contemporary teaching programs meeting diverse learners.
• Utilise assessment data to optimise outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff and wider community.
• Innovative and agile mindset for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate learning and develop effective assessment practices.
• Deliver maths instruction with pedagogy aligned to evidence-based practices.
• Promote learning with digital tools and wellbeing principles.
• Follow Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Skills

Catholic ethos

Curriculum planning

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Secondary Mathematics Teacher - Lochinvar

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Lochinvar NSW

1d ago , from Catholic Schools Office - Diocese of MAITLAND-NEWCASTLE

St Joseph’s College, Lochinvar is seeking a Temporary - Part TimeSecondary Mathematics Teacher (0.4FTE) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months everyThursday and Friday

St Joseph’s College, founded by the Sisters of St Joseph in 1883 is a co-educational secondary school providing a rich and diverse educational experience for 940 students from Years 7 to 12. The College aspires to be a place of learning where students, staff and families are valued and respected for their uniqueness. The community of St Joseph’s welcomes all who are ready to actively share the mission, vision, identity and life of the College.

Located in the stunning Hunter Valley, St Joseph’s has a blend of heritage and modern buildings which include a Chapel & Heritage Centre, new Administration and Resource Centre, a purpose-built hall and associated Café & Hospitality Centre, well equipped, modern Technology/Trade Centre as well as refurbished Performance and Creative Arts spaces.

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.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic
• Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Completion of CPR training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)

• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

Applications close: Wednesday 28th October 2026at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement.Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.