<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $82,796 to $136,848&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident</p> <p><strong>About St Mary Mackillop College</strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Mary MacKillop College is Canberra’s largest secondary school, operating across two campuses. Years 7 to 9 students are located at the Padua Campus in Wanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 are located at St Peter’s Campus in Isabella Plains. As part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), St Mary MacKillop is connected to a wider network of 56 Catholic schools and nine Early Learning Centres across the region. The diverse and talented teachers bring a wealth of experience and expertise from many different backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches learning. St Mary MacKillop College offers a wide range of curriculum options, excellent facilities, and numerous co-curricular opportunities. The staff has access to leadership pathways, professional learning and wellbeing programs, and support can also be provided to transition from primary to secondary teaching. St Mary MacKillop College is a proudly inclusive, welcoming community, with a strong culture of quality teaching and learning, and commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Religious Education Teacher at St Mary MacKillop College delivers the approved CECG curriculum, helping students explore religious beliefs and values within the Catholic tradition. This role includes creating engaging lessons that encourage critical thinking and respect for different views. The teacher uses student data to guide teaching, provides clear feedback, and adapts lessons to meet diverse learning needs. Working closely with colleagues and committing to ongoing professional growth are key to supporting a positive and inclusive school community.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)</li> <li>Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation</li> </ul> <p>To teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (to be a Religious Education Teacher), a teacher must:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Be Catholic;&nbsp;</li> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/832/ClientPublicFile/bf83816e-72b6-4a71-9926-0aa4882184c8.docx">Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest</a>; and&nbsp;</li> <li>Have completed or be due to complete Accreditation D in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mackillop.act.edu.au/ ">website.</a>&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:&nbsp;</strong>Please contact Lachlan McNicol&nbsp;on 02 6209 0124&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:Lachlan.McNicol@mackillop.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>Lachlan.McNicol@mackillop.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:Lachlan.McNicol@mackillop.act.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">Lachlan.McNicol@mackillop.act.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Religious%20Education%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505676/religious-education-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>