<p>St Peter’s is one of 24 primary schools in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. It is where, in partnership with Parish, our students come to know Jesus through life at our school. At St Peter’s we work to provide a holistic education for all, that develops your child spiritually, academically, socially, physically and emotionally, in a community that is underpinned through the teachings of Jesus through the Gospels.</p> <p>The school’s motto “Way, Truth and Life” is based on Chapter 14 of St John’s Gospel. We strive to achieve this ideal by daily example. The dedicated and committed staff members work closely in partnership with families to assist every child to develop his/her full potential.</p> <p>For further information on the School, please visit <a href="http://web.spcww.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">http://web.spcww.catholic.edu.au/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Coleambally</strong></p> <p>Coleambally is situated in the Riverina, 70km south of Griffith on the Kidman Way. It is a small rural town servicing a town population of around 660. Coleambally is NSW's newest town and was officially opened in 1968 to serve the Coleambally Irrigation Area, an irrigation area covering some 80 000ha.</p> <p>St Peter's Primary School, located in Currawong Crescent, is the Parish School in the Darlington Point Parish. It serves the community of Coleambally and Darlington Point by providing an education in a Christ centred atmosphere. Further, it retains proximity to larger regional service cities such as Griffith (45min drive, population 27,000) and Wagga Wagga (1hr45min drive, population 70,000.)</p> <p>Murrumbidgee Council covers an area of 6,680 square kilometres and works with a strong, cohesive community of over 4,000 people. Our area is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family. Agriculture is the cornerstone of our economy, supplemented by 100 kilometres of natural river frontage to the Murrumbidgee River.</p> <p>To find out more about the Council, visit: <a href="https://www.murrumbidgee.nsw.gov.au/" rel="nofollow">https://www.murrumbidgee.nsw.gov.au/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://ww.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow"><u>Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga</u></a> (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.</p> <p>In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.</p> <p>We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Your New Role</strong></p> <p>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 also provide individual attention to students, addressing their unique needs, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. By building strong relationships with parents and guardians, you’ll support student success and make a lasting impact on their lives.</p> <p><strong>What We Can Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Temporary Part-Time Position</li> <li>Commencing 13 February until 4 December 2026</li> <li>Work Schedule: 0.2 FTE, on Fridays</li> <li>Discounted Bupa Health insurance</li> <li>Salary Packaging through Maxxia</li> <li>Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>A commitment to the values, mission, and ethos of Catholic education and the broader Catholic Church</li> <li>Accreditation (or commitment to obtaining it) and contemporary knowledge of RE pedagogy and the Religious Education curriculum</li> <li>Appropriate tertiary qualifications</li> <li>Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the K-6 curriculum and the ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate high-quality curriculum programs that lead to improved student outcomes</li> <li>Skill in using assessment data to personalise and differentiate learning for a diverse range of student abilities</li> <li>Capacity to establish and maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment where students are engaged and self-disciplined</li> <li>Shows flexibility, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and develop positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community &nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>NSW Working with Children Check</li> <li>NSW NESA Accreditation</li> <li>Accreditation for Teachers in a Catholic School (Category B,&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aCbIP5U7RUVpmXSRFNJjPniiJAxX9Kc7W7RNmEFGV8s/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools</a>, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in an early childhood setting</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications &amp; Enquiries&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Amanda Catena on 0427078195 and <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:catenaa@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Transition%20to%20Kindergarten%20Program%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>catenaa@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Transition%20to%20Kindergarten%20Program%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:catenaa@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Transition%20to%20Kindergarten%20Program%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">catenaa@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience against the selection criteria</p> <p>If you are applying for this position you must complete a&nbsp;<a href="https://secure.au1.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCWBABGhuKlHzTyPtdW5gMzPvdSeUJWDuXt7eAkfi4VbiJH9ss-t7n8FBC1I277vT0*" rel="nofollow"><u>Pre-Employment Declaration</u></a> as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Applications Close <strong>Friday 5th December 2025</strong></p> <p><i>"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"</i></p> <p><i>"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"</i></p>