English Teacher

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Position Title: English Teacher

Tenure: Ongoing Fulltime

Commencement Date: Thursday, 1 January 2026

Application closing date: Monday 13 October 2025 – 3:00 p.m

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic English Teacher to join our dedicated faculty and inspire a love of literature, language, and critical thinking among our students. In this one year fixed-term position commencing Thursday 1st January 2026, you will teach English across Years 7-12, delivering engaging lessons that align with the Western Australian Curriculum and our Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality English lessons that develop literacy, analytical skills, and creative expression. There will be an opportunity to develop skills in teaching ATAR English.
• Assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment that integrates Catholic values and promotes social justice themes.
• Contributing to co-curricular activities
• Collaborating with colleagues to support student wellbeing and holistic development.

INTRODUCTION TO THE COLLEGE

Only a 25-minute drive from the city and blessed with excellent transport links, Irene McCormack Catholic College offers a Christ-centered and student-focused Catholic education from Year 7 to Year 12. Inspired by the lives of Sr Irene McCormack, Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, and the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, the College is dedicated to providing a holistic teaching and learning program. This program is supported by a strong and vibrant pastoral care system and enriched by a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

· Be supportive of the Catholic ethos and teachings.

· Be supportive of the College vision, mission and values.

· Hold a current TRBWA registration and WWC clearance.

· Act according to the requirements of the College Code of Conduct.

· Professional standard of dress and grooming.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

· Demonstrate a working knowledge of current curriculum developments as per the Western Australian Curriculum.

· To demonstrate practices reflective of the AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers.

· Build pastoral and professional teacher-student relationships.

· Display a passion for teaching.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Implement school policies and regulations.

· Carry out teaching duties as negotiated with the Principal and Head of Learning Area.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

· Outstanding interpersonal qualities and skills.

· Personal commitment to tasks undertaken.

· Enthusiasm and energy.

· High standard of organisational and time management skills.

Tenure: Ongoing Fulltime

Please contact the College Vice Principal Mr Gary Bailey for any queries regarding the Position.