Classroom Teacher

Join to apply for the Classroom Teacher (Maternity Leave) role at Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga . St Joseph’s Primary School, Lockhart Our purpose is to make the person of Jesus Christ known and to inspire our students to be the best version of themselves. We provide a wide range of learning opportunities over all Key Learning Areas and our staff are committed to developing positive, resilient and engaged young people who are life‑long learners. St Joseph’s Lockhart creates an environment that encourages communication and self‑responsibility and prepares students to help build a better world for all. About Lockhart Lockhart Shire is charming, with heritage towns, quaint shops, the great outdoors, colourful events and a warm welcome. Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga Join a supportive community spanning twenty‑four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities. You’ll be part of a vibrant Catholic education community dedicated to providing quality education to students, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. Your New Role As a Classroom Teacher, you’ll inspire young minds, foster a positive learning environment, and develop engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards. You’ll provide individual attention to students, address their unique needs, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. Building strong relationships with parents and guardians supports student success and makes a lasting impact. What We Can Offer Full‑Time, Leave Replacement Position Commencement 9 March 2026 – 19 December 2026 Discounted Bupa Health insurance Salary packaging through Maxxia Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology Essential Criteria A commitment to the values, mission, and ethos of Catholic education and the broader Catholic Church Accreditation (or commitment to obtaining it) and contemporary knowledge of RE pedagogy and the Religious Education curriculum Appropriate tertiary qualifications Thorough knowledge of the K‑6 curriculum and ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate high‑quality curriculum programmes that lead to improved student outcomes Skill in using assessment data to personalise and differentiate learning for a diverse range of student abilities Capacity to establish and maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment where students are engaged and self‑disciplined Shows flexibility, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and develop positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community NSW Working with Children Check NSW NESA Accreditation Accreditation for Teachers in a Catholic School (Category B, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation Applications and Enquiries If you are interested in this position, please contact Debbie Sheather on 6920 5437 or email . Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience to the same email address. If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre‑Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. Failure to complete the declaration will prevent your application from progressing. All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre‑employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team. Applications Close Tuesday 2 December 2025. "CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care" "CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds." #J-18808-Ljbffr