Literacy Support Teacher

St Mary's College Gunnedah

Gunnedah , NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Literacy

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 14 December 2025


St Mary's College, Gunnedah is seeking a Literacy Support Teacher

<p><strong>Position Purpose</strong></p> <p>The Catholic School is more than an educational institution. It is a key part of the Catholic Church - an essential element in the Church's mission. The Teacher assists the Principal, to demonstrate strong support for the vision and ministry of the Catholic school.</p> <p>Teachers are supported in their role to be able to provide quality teaching in a stimulating and challenging environment where everyone is valued. This position is responsible for all aspects of the planning, preparation and delivery of effective learning and teaching programs across the PDHPE faculty.</p> <p><strong>Commencement</strong></p> <p>The commencement date for this position will be negotiated with the successful applicant.</p> <p><strong>Selection criteria</strong></p> <p><strong>Essential criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Appropriate teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.</li> <li>Demonstrated teaching skills, including working collaboratively with colleagues to create innovative experiences for all learners and a demonstrated capacity to team teach.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the capacity to develop productive and caring relationships with students, parents and staff where the focus is on the learning and well-being of the student.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a structured classroom environment with clear routines and high expectations for student behaviour and academic achievement.</li> <li>Demonstrated willingness and ability to contribute to and engage in extra-curricular activities, including sporting events, clubs, and other school-based programs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Meet the criteria and be willing to teach Religious Education in the Diocese of Armidale in accordance with Framework for the Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools.</li> <li>Demonstrated proficiency in Data Analysis to inform pedagogical practice and track student progress.</li> <li>Ability to coordinate and execute effective student diagnostic testing</li> <li>Expertise in planning, implementing, and coordinating comprehensive Literacy interventions using the Levelled Literacy Intervention program</li> <li>Capacity to deliver targeted Literacy support through 1:1 instruction and small groups, manage literacy allocations (staff and resources), and effectively liaise with the Inclusion Support Team&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to support Education Assistant (EA) professional development in literacy-related instructional strategies.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application</strong></p> <p>For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Catherine Martin on (02) 6742 2124 or email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:cmartin@arm.catholic.edu.au?subject=Literacy%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>cmartin@arm.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Literacy%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:cmartin@arm.catholic.edu.au?subject=Literacy%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">cmartin@arm.catholic.edu.au</a></u></p> <p>Before submitting your application, please ensure the following:</p> <ul> <li>You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.</li> <li>Complete the relevant online application form by <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JJVDTCK" rel="nofollow"><strong>clicking here</strong></a> and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.</li> </ul> <p><i>Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.</i></p>

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