Salary Range: $82,796 to $136,848 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.  
Employment Status: Full-time and Part-time appointments available 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident 
Start Date: Negotiable 
 
About Mother Teresa Primary School     

Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELC–Year 6 school located in Canberra’s Gungahlin region, proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built, interconnected learning spaces support flexible, team-based teaching and enable contemporary, inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, delivering targeted mental health programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking, and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture, structured mentoring, and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program, a commitment to educational excellence, and a values-driven environment, Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting. 

About the Role    

Both temporary and permanent appointments are available at Mother Teresa Primary School for Classroom Teachers.
Classroom Teachers at Mother Teresa play a key role in inspiring and supporting students through engaging, evidence-based lessons that cater to all learning needs. They create inclusive environments where every student feels valued and empowered to succeed, using ongoing assessment and feedback to guide progress and maintain accurate records of student development. Teachers collaborate with colleagues to share best practice, work in partnership with families to support learning, and actively contribute to the wider school community. The Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), teachers are supported with professional learning and accreditation opportunities, reflecting CECG’s commitment to excellence, growth, and continuous improvement in education.

Some appointments are temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment. 

Benefits and Opportunities    

Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching 
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration  
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration  

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 Carmel Maguire on 02 6241 5604 or via email carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au.  
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.