St Columba’s, Springwood – Secondary Religious Education Teacher

at  Catholic Diocese of Parramatta

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN APPLYING FOR A POSITION WITH CATHOLIC SCHOOLS PARRAMATTA DIOCESE (CSPD). WE WELCOME PASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS TO SHARE OUR COMMITMENT TO SERVING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN WESTERN SYDNEY AND THE BLUE MOUNTAINS.

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ST COLUMBA’S, SPRINGWOOD – SECONDARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHER

Job no: 507539
Work type: ongoing full-time
Location: St Columba’s Catholic College - Springwood
Categories: Teaching
The School
St Columba’s strives to be authentically Catholic in its identity, while ensuring the best possible learning and teaching for the whole person as part of a rich tradition of Catholic education. Surrounded by beautiful native bushland, wildlife and modern learning spaces,
St Columba’s is fully equipped with the tools of today, whilst offering staff and students a tranquil setting for learning.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join our vibrant College community. As a member of our team, you will play an integral role in shaping the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of our students, fostering a strong foundation in Catholic teachings while inspiring faith-based learning.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS:

• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Completed Tertiary Qualification
• Valid Working with Children Check (for employment purposes)
  Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
  This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Secondary Religious Education Teacher, you will report to the Principal and be responsible for delivering high-quality, contemporary Religious Education. You will work collaboratively to enrich the faith and academic lives of students, contributing to the Church’s mission and serving as a witness to faith within the school community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Show a strong understanding of the Religious Education curriculum, underpinned by Catholic Theology, including key concepts, skills, pedagogy, and subject-specific literacy.
• Select and adapt learning strategies appropriate to each student’s developmental stage. Encourage students to be active witnesses of their faith, and inspire them in their spiritual and personal growth.
• Develop and implement dynamic and engaging learning programs, negotiating with students to set individual, explicit, and achievable learning goals.
• Use a range of assessment strategies to monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback that supports current and future learning outcomes.
• Be an active member of the school community, working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and students to nurture a living faith within the school and broader community.