Temporary Secondary Teacher (12 Months) – Catholic School

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Taree; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Staff training and development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

St Clare's High School, Taree, part of the Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle, is seeking a temporary Classroom Teacher (1 FTE) for 12 months, starting January 2027. The role involves covering absences, leave and release across multiple subject types within a Catholic education context.

The successful applicant will contribute to an inclusive, high‑quality learning environment and align with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, while supporting students’ academic and

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Catholic Education and ability to support Catholic ethos.
• Plan and prepare contemporary, compliant teaching programs and assessments.
• Use school data to optimise learning outcomes and reporting.
• Collaborate with school staff and community to achieve educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate an innovative, agile mindset to continuous school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and teach across nominated subject areas for the 12‑month period.
• Plan, prepare and differentiate teaching programs to meet diverse student needs.
• Utilise assessment data to monitor progress and inform instruction.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families and the wider community to support students.
• Promote learning through digital and evidence-based pedagogical practices.

Skills

Catholic education

Teaching planning

Assessment/data use

Collaboration

Innovative mindset

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

St Clare's High School, Taree, part of the Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle, is seeking a temporary Classroom Teacher (1 FTE) for 12 months, starting January 2027. The role involves covering absences, leave and release across multiple subject types within a Catholic education context.

The successful applicant will contribute to an inclusive, high‑quality learning environment and align with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, while supporting students’ academic and