English Teacher

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Salary Range: $79,057 to $133,846 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service. Employment Status: Full-time | 12-Month Contract. Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Start Date: January 2026, Term One.

Carroll College is a Catholic coeducational secondary school catering to students from Years 7 to 12. We provide an environment conducive to academic and spiritual growth, preparing our students for a future of lifelong learning. Our outreach programs and social justice initiatives promote a positive attitude of service to others and personal responsibility, whilst instilling values of love and generosity. Pastoral care is at the forefront of our mission. Student well-being, individualised care, and a strong sense of purpose are integral to the development of the whole person. Connectedness through rich and meaningful relationships enriches the lives of students and all associated with our community.

The English Teacher inspires a love of learning by creating engaging lessons that bring the curriculum to life through innovative teaching strategies and diverse resources. They guide students on their academic journeys, using regular assessments to monitor progress, provide thoughtful feedback, and maintain organised records that support their growth. Through collaboration, they work closely with passionate colleagues and build meaningful connections with families to foster a supportive learning community. We are committed to continuous improvement, and teachers have the opportunity to regularly engage in professional learning and accreditation, upholding the highest standards of teaching to foster a culture of excellence in education. This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment.

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) registration
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. Position-specific queries: Please contact Jacqui Heffernan on 02 4471 5600 or via email jacqui.heffernan@cg.catholic.edu.au. Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.

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