<p>Inspire Young Scientists at St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead<br><br> Are you a passionate Science educator with a love for Biology and a heart for Catholic education?&nbsp;St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead&nbsp;is seeking a&nbsp;Temporary Part-Time (0.6FTE) Biology/Science Teacher&nbsp;to join our vibrant learning community in&nbsp;2026 for 12 months.<br><br> Rooted in the rich Josephite tradition, St Mary’s is a co-educational Year 7–12 college where faith, learning, and service come together.<br> We’re known for our safe, inclusive, and caring environment, where relationships are nurtured and excellence in teaching is celebrated.<br><br> Our commitment to the&nbsp;Visible Learning Framework&nbsp;ensures every student is empowered to grow academically and personally.<br> As a Science teacher, you’ll spark curiosity, foster critical thinking, and guide students to explore the wonders of life and the natural world—all within a values-driven, Gospel-centred setting.<br><br> Whether you're an experienced educator or an emerging talent, if you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a school that lives its motto&nbsp;“Ready to Serve,”&nbsp;we’d love to hear from you.<br><br> Apply now and help shape the next generation of scientists—where faith meets discovery, and learning comes to life.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EcnID8AsT2RIv4IMhqWnjM8BhYBvcyP4DJ4xqQ9xvoVhFw?e=tNuBqW"><strong><u>POSITION DESCRIPTION</u></strong></a><br><br> Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs<br><br> The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes.&nbsp; The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.</li> </ul>