An exciting opportunity exists for a full time Teaching position supporting our schools in the Northern Territory. The position is based at the Mother Teresa Catholic Primary School, Zuccoli, NT 0832 that is part of Catholic Education Northern Territory (CENT).

The Organisation:

Catholic Education Northern Territory is a network of schools built on Christian values and on the history and traditions of this land across Australia's top end. Catholic Education has a network of 18 Catholic schools in the Northern Territory - five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre and five remote schools.

Mother Teresa Catholic Primary School is first and foremost a Catholic school and is part of the Our Lady Help of Christians Parish in Zuccoli. Our educational program embraces gospel values whilst catering for the academic, spiritual, physical, social and emotional needs of each student. We look to our patroness Mother Teresa, as an example of ways in which we can give life meaning, direction and purpose. We are committed to the values of Faith, Love, Compassion, Community, Hope and Joy and place the students at the very core of everything the school does. We value the partnership between school and home and regularly seek opportunities for families to be actively involved in their child’s education and school life generally.

What we offer:

● Competitive Salary

● Salary Sacrificing up to $15,900

● Relocation Assistance up to $2000

● Excellent Work Life Balance

● Leave provisions and work conditions as per Catholic Enterprise Agreement

● Funded Professional Development

● Employee Assistance Program

● Free Parking

The Position:

The position reports to Deputy Principal and the teacher uses their appropriate knowledge and skills to ensure that students receive superior quality education consistent with Catholic faith and Christian principles. Their role is to provide education for students in Catholic schools which is achieved through the;

· development, delivery and evaluation of teaching and learning programs;

· monitoring of student achievement to address individual learning needs; and

· Contributing to the achievement of the school’s mission.

The teacher will liaise and coordinate activities for their teaching area within the school and wider community.

Position Statement from the position description.

Key Responsibilities:

· Engage in and support the sacramental, liturgical, ritual and prayer life of the school

· Plan, prepare and explicitly deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant curriculum policies, work programs and educational trends ensuring that the teachings, values and practices of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

· Support students through interaction in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.

· Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional well-being and safety of students in your care at all

times.

· Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the

department and other stakeholders as required.

· Cultivate and nurture harmonious learning and work environments.

· Work as a member of the holistic school staff assisting and enhancing the work of colleagues through

a commitment to ongoing skill and personal development to meet individual and school goals.

· Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships between the school, parents and community.

· Actively participate in innovation and continuous improvement of the school and Catholic education.

Our Vision

Inspired by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we commit to educational excellence, equity, and fullness of life for all.

Our Mission

Through servant leadership, we witness Gospel values in a faith community, integrating life and learning in a culture of care, collaboration, and excellence.

This position will involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with legislation.

Full details are outlined in the position description within the Application Package.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, complete all the sections in the system and provide your resume, cover letter addressing the essential criteria, and any other relevant supporting documents to [email protected]

If you require more information regarding applying for this position, please contact the School at 08 79695600.

The Mother Teresa Catholic Primary School reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date or extend it beyond the closing date.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE DATE: 5th Jun 2025