Teacher (Religious Education)

Catholic Education Western Australia; City Of Joondalup; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mater Dei College is seeking a full-time Religious Education Teacher to join the College’s Religious Education Team, starting 1 January 2027. The successful candidate will be vibrant, passionate and dedicated to helping students reach their full potential.

The role involves delivering engaging Religious Education content, planning lessons, assessing student progress and collaborating with colleagues to support student growth and wellbeing within a Catholic school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, preferably with Religious Education specialization.
• Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective teaching strategies for diverse abilities to achieve learning outcomes.
• Foster an inclusive, stimulating classroom environment.
• Deliver engaging Religious Education curriculum covering Catholic faith, Scripture, church teachings, morality, social justice and spirituality.
• Program and plan lessons for the Religious Education Learning Area.
• Assess student performance per College procedures and communicate with parents as needed.
• Meet deadlines set by Head of Learning Area and College Executive.

Skills

Year levels 7–12

Religious Education

WA Curriculum knowledge

Inclusive learning

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professional development

Co-curricular involvement

Education

Bachelor’s in Education

Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary)

Job description

Position Details

Mater Dei College has the opportunity for a full-time, ongoing Religious Education Teacher to become an integral part of the College’s Religious Education Team, commencing 1 January 2027.

Position Details

Mater Dei College has the opportunity for a full-time, ongoing Religious Education Teacher to become an integral part of the College’s Religious Education Team, commencing 1 January 2027.

We are seeking a vibrant, passionate, dedicated and confident individual who is committed to helping our students reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

The Religious Education Teacher will be responsible for a variety of tasks within the Religious Education Learning Area that are inclusive of, but not limited to:

• Implementing effective teaching strategies to engage and challenge students of varying abilities to achieve specific learning outcomes.
• Fostering a stimulating, encouraging and inclusive classroom environment designed to support student growth.
• Delivering engaging Religious Education curriculum, guiding students through key concepts while developing their knowledge, critical thinking, reflection and understanding in areas such as Catholic faith, Scripture, Church teachings, morality, social justice and spirituality.
• Programming for classes within the Religious Education Learning Area and thoroughly planning for each lesson.
• Assessing the performance of students in accordance with College procedures and where required, maintaining contact with parents regarding the performance and wellbeing of students.
• Meeting the deadlines set by the Head of Learning Area and College Executive.

Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism whilst supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the College.

You Will

• Have the ability to teach across all year levels (Years 7–12).
• Hold a tertiary qualification in Secondary Education, preferably with a specialisation in Religious Education.
• A comprehensive understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum.
• Be committed to creating engaging, inclusive, and high-quality learning experiences that cater to a range of student abilities.
• Show strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to collaborate with colleagues.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Be dedicated to ongoing professional growth.
• Actively support and contribute to the co-curricular life of the College.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, preferably in Religious Education.
• Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) or equivalent.

Terms of Employment

• Hold a current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
• Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWC).
• Hold, or be working towards completion of, Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School, Accreditation to Teach Religious Education or Accreditation for Leadership in Catholic Schools.
• Annually complete Child Protection Procedures and Mandatory Reporting Training.

Highly Desirable

• Knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and WACE courses.
• An understanding of current educational perspectives.
• Experience working with high school students.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with students, colleagues, parents/guardians and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.