Classroom Teacher

Salary Range: $81,429 to $137,861 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service. Employment Status: Full-time | 12 month contract Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Start Date: Negotiable    About St Matthew’s Primary School

St Matthew’s Primary School is a welcoming, faith‑filled learning community committed to nurturing each child’s growth. We value excellence, relationships and wellbeing, providing engaging learning in a supportive, inclusive environment.

About the Role   

Classroom Teacher fosters a learning environment where every student can thrive. Using evidence-based teaching strategies and curriculum-aligned resources, teachers design and deliver high-quality lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. The role involves regularly assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining accurate records to inform teaching and learning. Collaboration is essential, working closely with colleagues to develop best practices, engaging with families to support student growth, and contributing to a positive and inclusive school culture. We are committed to supporting ongoing professional development, ensuring high-quality teaching and a lasting impact on student learning.

This appointment is temporary as it is to replace an employee who is on parental leave and the incumbent is entitled to return to work early in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

Benefits and Opportunities   

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst  
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI registration)
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

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.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Please contact Sarah Lowe on 02 6254 2653 or via email sarah.lowe@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au