English Teacher

Marist College Canberra is seeking an enthusiastic, qualified, and experienced educator to join our English Department. The successful applicant will hold appropriate teaching qualifications and demonstrate experience in delivering English from Years 7–12. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team of educators who are committed to excellence in teaching and learning and to the holistic development of every student.

This is a full time, temporary position (12-month contract), commencing Term 4, Monday 12 October 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to review the Position Description (Year 4–12 Teacher) below for detailed information regarding responsibilities and expectations.

Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday 21 August 2026.

The College

Marist College Canberra is a Congregational Catholic school for boys (Year 4-12) operating as part of ‘Marist Schools Australia’. It enjoys an excellent reputation for its pastoral care of students, academic studies, cultural and sport pursuits. The College is driven by staff who are committed to making a difference in the education of boys. Marist College Canberra acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people who are the Traditional Custodians of this land upon which we are privileged to live and educate. We pay our respects to the Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations people who dwell on this land. As a Catholic school in the Marist tradition, we work in the spirit of our founder St. Marcellin Champagnat. Our Middle Leaders must be people of faith who will promote, develop and uphold the vision, charism and Catholic and Marist ethos in every aspect of College life.

The Role - Teaching Positions

Staff at Marist College Canberra are responsible for the promotion of an atmosphere of charity and justice within the College, as is expected in a Catholic community and to help ensure the provision of the Catholic perspective in the teaching and learning process and in all the activities of the College.

All teachers have a responsibility to develop and maintain an understanding of Catholic beliefs and those aspects of Catholic teaching that relate to their subject areas. Through their own example they provide Christian leadership for all members of the school community.

Only a person supportive of Catholic Education philosophy may be a teacher in a Catholic School. Teachers bear witness to Christ and Christian values in their own lives as well as personally supporting and enriching the Catholic School philosophy.

All teachers are responsible to the Headmaster through College Executive or Middle Leaders for their professional, academic, pastoral and administrative responsibilities.

The objectives for teachers during their term of employment are:

1. to support and implement the vision and ethos of the College by participating in the prayer and liturgical life of the College in cooperation with the Headmaster and the Assistant Head of School – Mission and Identity.
2. to adhere to Catholic principles and at all times by personal example, integrity and behaviour, support Catholic moral standards, and support the particular Marist ethos of the College.
3. to give regular and efficient instruction for the academic, pastoral and spiritual development of students.
4. to adhere to school policies and procedures and abide by the College Code of Professional Conduct.
5. to demonstrate effective teaching practice, catering for different learners and demonstrating a concern for student welfare.

Prior to accepting any teaching position within the College, applicants need to have read the document “Teaching in Catholic Schools – A Statement of Principles”, and the “Marist Child Safe Adult Code of Conduct”, which will be sent to you should you be offered a position.

Specific skills as they relate to Learning, Curriculum, Assessment and Evaluation, Pastoral Care, Professional Learning, Related Duties and Co-Curricular are addressed in the full position description below.

Selection Criteria

If selected for interview, applicants will need to demonstrate:

• A commitment to Catholic education and a willingness, from within the Marist tradition, to contribute to the evangelising mission of the Church.
• Relevant qualifications pedagogical skills and an understanding of contemporary curriculum development, educational theory and practice.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and demonstrated capacity to model excellent teaching skills.
• A capacity to critically reflect and adjust teaching practice to improve learning outcomes;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, administrative, organisational and collaborative working skills.
• A passion and understanding for boys’ education.

Successful applicants will also need to:

• Be involved in the pastoral care program in the College.
• Be involved in the co-curricular life of the College.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing, professional improvement by taking responsibility for personal and professional accountability.
• Provide a curriculum vitae, including supporting documents of qualifications and Statement of Service(s), and hold current ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration.
• Be eligible for engagement in child related employment. The successful applicant must hold current ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration and have an understanding of and commitment to Child Safeguarding.

Click here for the full position description.

Term and Remuneration

The position of Teacher is classified under the Teachers (Daramalan College, Marist College Canberra, and St Edmunds College, Canberra) Enterprise Agreement 2025, as amended or replaced. An annual salary commensurate with the skills and qualifications of the successful candidate will be as per the Enterprise Agreement.

This is a full time (FTE 1.0), temporary position (12-month contract), commencing from Term 4, Monday 12 October 2026.

Application Process

Applicants must apply through this webpage by selecting 'Apply Now', completing the questions and uploading the required documents. For information about the duties and nature of the position, or progress of the selection process, enquiries should be directed to Acting Assistant Head of School – Staff and Community, Mr Justin Wood at **@mcc.act.edu.au or by phoning the staff office on (02) 6298 7***.

The College is not required to accept applications that are received after the closing date and time, and reserves the right to appoint by invitation, close applications early, extend the deadline or to make no appointment at all. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone to arrange an interview.

Closing date for applications is listed above.

The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage you to visit our website https://www.maristc.act.edu.au should you require further information about Marist College Canberra.