The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle are seeking expressions of interest for Casual Teachers in the Newcastle, Maitland, Lakes, Upper Hunter, Manning and North regions. Working in Catholic education offers a career path with vast possibilities. Whether you are office or school-based, you will be part of a team committed to providing students with the opportunity to grow academically, spiritually, physically and emotionally. With 58 schools employing over 1200 teachers and 550 support staff in metropolitan, regional and rural areas, full-time, part-time and casual vacancies always exist. Job Description: POSITION DESCRIPTION Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives. Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher or working towards Active NESA Accreditation Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number (must have before application) Completion of anaphylaxis training CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow Employee assistance program (EAP) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Email: ****** TO APPLY CLICK ON THE BLUE APPLY BUTTON BELOW Please provide a cover letter along with your resume and contact details (emails and phone numbers) for 2 referee's Failure to provide the above requirements could result in your expression of interest being unsuccessful Additional information The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is a child safe organisation, committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable persons and has zero-tolerance of any abuse. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and comply with our Safeguarding Framework Policy and Codes of Conduct. This position has been determined as child related and the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will be verifying the successful applicant's Working with Children Check for Paid Employment prior to commencing working in the position. For more information, please visit the NSW Office of Children's Guardian. Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children