Classroom Teacher

Mater Dei is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for a full time or part time Classroom Teaching position, commencing Term 3, 2025 (date negotiable) until December 2025. About Mater DeiMater Dei School is the original educational service of Mater Dei. As one of ten schools that comprise Good Samaritan Education, it is a Catholic, independent school in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition. Mater Dei School is a coeducational setting for Kindergarten to Year 12 students with intellectual disability and has a strong focus on Research and Evidence-based teaching practices.

Mater Dei School is committed to the provision of contemporary and innovative education for students with specific needs.  Teachers deliver the curriculum implementing high-leverage practices to engage all students using Universal Design for Learning. Student wellbeing is embedded through the implementation of Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports. Position SummaryClassroom Teachers at Mater Dei are currently responsible to the Principal through the Deputy Principal. It is an expectation that the Classroom Teacher may teach across all Key Learning Areas and may be required to teach Infants, Primary and/or Secondary students.

Applications are encouraged from teachers with experience across any/all Stages of the Primary or Secondary Curriculum, including applicants specialising in a particular Key Learning Area. Pre-Service teachers with current NESA Conditional Accreditation to Teach will also be considered. In addition, the Teacher will demonstrate a graduate, proficient or highly accomplished level of professional practice, in line with the seven Australian Professional Standards for Teacher. Essential CriteriaCommitment to the ethos of Catholic Education including capacity and commitment to model the Benedictine values of Love of Christ & Neighbour; Prayer; Stewardship; Hospitality; Community; and Justice & Peace.

Current NESA accreditation and registration to work in a NSW school, including Conditional or Provisional accreditation. Ability to program and plan for the diverse needs of students. Ability to use data to inform and evaluate the learning process. Demonstrated commitment and capacity to work collaboratively within a team. Sensitivity to the differing needs of families including privacy, confidentiality, and diversity. A current Working with Children Check. The following experience, skills and attributes are desirable:

Special Education qualificationsExperience teaching students with Intellectual DisabilitiesCreating and implementing Universally Designed teaching and learning experiencesKnowledge and/or experience implementing evidence-based practices in the classroomWhat we can offer youSalary and conditions in accordance with NSW Catholic Independent Schools (Teachers – Model A) MEA 2024Salary Packaging – increase your take-home payFitness Passport – discounted gym membershipsSmaller class sizes with additional supportIdyllic rural settingFor a copy of the Position Description please click here For enquiries please email Jennifer Foldes, Principal, at schooladmin@materdei. org. au and provide your best contact number. To apply please provide the following to employment@materdei. org. au:

completed application form (available here)a brief resumeApplications Close: Thursday 7 August 2025.