<p>Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking a passionate and dedicated Mathematics Teacher for a full-time, temporary position for Term 2, 2026.</p> <p><br><br><strong>Who are we?</strong><br><br> Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta is an independent Catholic school for girls, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889 and entrusted to Mercy Partners in 2021. Grounded in the Mercy values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice and Service, the College nurtures students and staff as visionary leaders and compassionate changemakers. Mercy is expressed as empathy and love in action, within a community where academic learning and faith flourish together.<br><br><br><br><strong>The opportunity</strong><br><br> The successful applicant will have experience teaching Mathematics across Stages 4 to 5, with a demonstrated ability to develop and deliver coursework aligned with the syllabus. They will design tasks that encourage critical thinking and provide timely, constructive feedback to support student reflection and improvement.<br><br> The primary purpose of this role is to nurture the gifts and talents of each student ensuring that our Catholic practices and Mercy Values underpin all aspects of life in the school.<br><br><br><br><br><strong>What are we looking for?</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Relevant tertiary qualifications and approval with current NESA accreditation to teach courses in NSW.</li> <li>Experience teaching Maths across Stages 4 and 5 and demonstrated alignment with relevant curriculum requirements.</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity to critically reflect on and adapt teaching practice to enhance student learning outcomes.</li> <li>Ability to foster a supportive and engaging environment that promotes effective student learning.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal, communication, organisational, administrative, and collaborative skills.</li> <li>Flexibility and adaptability to meet the teaching needs of the College.</li> <li>Commitment to actively supporting and participating in the life of the College, including its Catholic mission and Mercy values.</li> <li>Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the College (with no regular weekend sporting commitments).</li> <li>Current Working with Children Check clearance.</li> </ul> <p><br><br><br><br><strong>Why work at OLMC?</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Be part of a supportive, collegial and professional environment.</li> <li>Access ongoing opportunities for professional learning and growth.</li> <li>Enjoy a convenient Parramatta location with free staff parking at Parramatta Leagues Club (3 min walk).</li> <li>Benefit from being within walking distance to a vibrant food and retail precinct.</li> <li>Enjoy daily complimentary morning tea, with regular whole-staff events.</li> <li>Access complimentary use of the College's first-class gym.</li> <li>Take advantage of the Fitness Passport Program.</li> </ul> <p><br><br><br><strong>What you need to know</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Full-time, temporary teaching position for Term 2, 2026.</li> <li>Applications should be addressed to Ms Lucie Farrugia, Principal.</li> <li>Applications close 9am Tuesday 24 February 2026.</li> <li>Pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates.</li> <li><strong>Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant to the role at any time.</strong></li> <li>At OLMC, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note that all applicants must have a current Working with Children Check number, and all teaching applicants must also have NESA accreditation.</li> </ul>