Teacher: Religious Education

MacKillop Catholic Regional College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym

Discounted College fees

Job summary

MacKillop Catholic Regional College in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Religious Education Teacher for a permanent full-time position, with part-time considered, commencing Term 1, 2027.

The role centers on delivering the Religious Education curriculum, building students’ religious literacy, and linking the Gospel to modern life. You will contribute to liturgical life, assemblies and retreats, and collaborate with a team of mentors and instructional coaches across two campuses.

Qualifications

• Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school or working towards it.
• Passion for religious education and knowledge of Catholic tradition.
• Ability to foster faith-based dialogue and engage students in liturgical life.
• Commitment to inclusive, faith-centered learning and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Religious Education curriculum and develop religious literacy.
• Engage students in authentic discussions linking Scripture to modern life.
• Participate in liturgical celebrations, assemblies and retreats.
• Collaborate with instructional coaches and colleagues across two campuses.

Skills

RE accreditation

Catholic teaching knowledge

Faith-based facilitation

Liturgy participation

Student engagement

Education

Teaching qualification in RE/C Catholic education

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 October 2026

MacKillop Catholic Regional College is seeking a passionate Religious Education Teacher for a permanent full-time position (part-time considered) commencing Term 1, 2027.

About MacKillop College

MacKillop is a Catholic co-educational College in the Josephite tradition, inspired by the vision of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop.

We are committed to nurturing lifelong learners who engage authentically, embrace diversity, and strive for personal excellence in all aspects of life. As an innovative and future-focused College, MacKillop offers contemporary facilities, a dynamic curriculum, and comprehensive wellbeing programs designed to meet the diverse needs of approximately 1,820 students across Years 7–12.

About the role

Passionate educators at every stage of their career are invited to join our vibrant community of dedicated Teachers.

We are seeking an inclusive educator who demonstrates a willingness to engage in authentic, faith-based teaching for students to explore meaning, reflect deeply, question respectfully, and connect the message of Jesus in the Gospels to modern life.

Central to this role is the ability to confidently deliver Religious Education curriculum that develops students’ religious literacy and deepens their understanding of the rich tradition of the Catholic Church, including the intentional use of prayer, ritual, and liturgical celebrations in the classroom. Through explicit teaching, you will guide students through an encounter with Scripture, Church history, and Catholic Social Teaching, enabling them to appreciate the relevance and influence of our tradition on contemporary society.

The ideal candidate is a facilitator who can combine authentic witness with the ability to engage students in meaningful dialogue, drawing on their individual lived experiences and understanding of faith to support modern religious and spiritual practices as an integral part of ongoing formation.

Our MacKillop College community of talented educators strives to prepare their students for life both in and outside of the classroom through the delivery of an engaging academic and behavioural curriculum filled with learning experiences designed to encourage every student to achieve their personal and academic potential.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity however, part-time applications will also be considered. The successful applicant can commence Term 1, 2027.

Our ideal Candidate will have

• creative ways to integrate evidence-based practice into our academic and behaviour curriculum, to improve learning outcomes
• accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School (or working towards achievement)
• a passion for religious education with specific knowledge of the Catholic tradition
• a willingness to contribute to the liturgical life of the school, including assemblies and retreat programs
• a commitment to role modelling respect for every student’s individuality and learning diversity need
• a demonstrated ability to foster a welcoming and safe learning environment
• a commitment to work in a Catholic Education environment.
• our welcoming and supportive culture based on Gospel Values and the Josephite tradition
• opportunity to shape the future for Catholic education in the community
• professional growth and career development within MacKillop College and Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools
• empathetic staff wellbeing programs, including access to emotional support and counselling/debriefing
• contemporary learning facilities, across two campuses
• structured professional collaboration, includingregular reflection on pedagogical practice
• access to a team of dedicated instructional coaches and teacher mentors
• free onsite parking, access to an onsite gym and discounted College fees
• MacKillop College application for employment form
• a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the position

Further information:Michael Trainor, Director: People & Culture on 0439 560 092.

MacKillop College promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all students

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

1750 Students
150 TeachingStaff
93 Non-Teaching Staff

Multi Campus

MacKillop is a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses inspired by the spirit of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. Set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields, MacKillop is an established College catering for approx. 1750 students from Year 7 through to Year 12 and enjoys an excellent reputation in the local community.