Classroom Teachers 2027

Mater Dei Primary School in Lake Albert, Wagga Wagga are seeking multiple Temporary Classroom Teachers to commence January 2027

Mater Dei Primary Wagga Wagga

Come and experience the heart of Mater Dei Catholic Primary School, nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Lake Albert. Our welcoming community is built on the Wagga Wagga Catholic Charter pillars of welcome, faith, service, and learning, offering students a holistic, faith-based education that nurtures their spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. Our Religious Education Framework fosters a sense of awe and wonder and is deeply embedded in our daily life to ensure we are ‘one in spirit’.

At Mater Dei, our expert teaching team delivers an exceptional educational program aligned with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) syllabuses, enhanced by research and guided by our diocesan pedagogy of transformative learning. Our well resourced K-6 learning environments are flexible, future-focused, and include custom designed spaces to support every student to engage and thrive.

To find out more about Mater Dei Primary School click here.

About Wagga Wagga

Imagine a city where you could enjoy a challenging and stimulating career, afford a beautiful house, live close to quality schools, experience a wealth of cultural and sporting entertainment - and have a daily commute of 10 minutes.

Welcome to Wagga Wagga, to find out more click here.

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

As a Classroom Teacher, you’ll inspire young minds, foster a positive learning environment, and develop engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards. You’ll also provide individual attention to students, addressing their unique needs, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. By building strong relationships with parents and guardians, you’ll support student success and make a lasting impact on their lives.

What We Can Offer

• Various Temporary Part-time and Full-time Leave Replacement Positions
• Positions to commence 28th January 2027 until January 2028
• Access to Salary Packaging
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport

Essential Criteria

• Appropriate Qualifications
• Demonstrate expertise as a classroom practitioner.
• A strong working knowledge of the K-6 New Curriculum and contemporary pedagogy for teaching and learning.
• Evidence of quality assessment practices and reflective use of data in response to student needs and opportunities for growth.
• Ability to incorporate effective Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) strategies that promote classroom engagement and foster the values of: kindness, learning, respect and resilience.
• Proven ability to implement effective teaching strategies and differentiated programs to enhance the wellbeing of a diverse range of learners including students with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively in a team environment with staff, Parish, parents/carers, and students.
• NSW Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid qualifications or willingness to obtain
• Accreditation for Teachers in a Catholic School (Category D, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.
• NSW NESA Accreditation
• Successful Candidate to undergo a National Criminal History Check

Applications & Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Amelia Bright on (02) 6926 2060 6926 2060)

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria and what FTE you would like to apply for via email to [email protected]

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment Requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.

Applications Close Thursday 29 October 2026

NOTE: If you are applying from interstate, please note you will need to be Accredited to teach in NSW - please click here.

CEDWW is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.

CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.