Religious Education Teacher

4 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Catholic Education Full time
Salary Range:$80,184 to $130,910plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Eligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Employment Status:Full-time
Start Date:Negotiable

About St John Paul II College

St John Paul II College (JPC) is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in the north of Canberra. At JPC, we strive for excellence in teaching so that our students are offered every opportunity for success in their learning.Staff at JPC are provided structured professional learning opportunities as well as supported as part of a network of system schools. All staff have access to Flourish, a system-wide dedicated People Wellbeing Program offering in-time support across a variety of areas.

About the Role

A Religious Education (RE) Teacher plays a vital role in shaping students' moral and ethical understanding while exploring various world religions and belief systems. By creating a classroom environment that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking, and empathy, RE teachers help students develop a deeper understanding of the diverse world around them. They foster respect, tolerance, and self-reflection, encouraging students to ask big questions about life, faith, and personal values. The role requires a deep passion for teaching and the ability to inspire students through engaging lessons that not only educate but also guide them in their own spiritual and moral journeys. If you're someone who thrives in fostering intellectual growth while promoting understanding and compassion, this role provides an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Benefits and Opportunities

- 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
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
- Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration.
- Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
- Accreditation D or willingness to complete in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Reach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn Policy.

To teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (to be a Religious Education Teacher), a teacher must:

- Be Catholic;
- Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest; and
- Have completed or be due to complete Accreditation D – Teach Religious Education in a Catholic school in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

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.

Other Eligibility Criteria

- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- This position involves working with children.Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

For further information about the School please visit ourwebsite. Information about theCatholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)canbe accessedhere.

Position-specific queries:Please contact Nicola Griebon02 6163 4800 or via emailnicola.grieb@cg.catholic.edu.au.
Application queries:Please contact the Recruitment team on 026234 5427or via emailrecruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.

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