Inspiring Secondary Humanities & Religion Teacher in Brisbane

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students.

Clairvaux MacKillop College is a secondary co-educational College administered by Brisbane Catholic Education with an enrolment of 1300 students. The College mission is to work actively as an inclusive, Catholic learning community. We strive for excellence in all things inspired by the charisms of our founders - St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and Blessed Edmund Rice.

Summary: Clairvaux MacKillop College, Upper Mt Gravatt is seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Teacher (Humanities & Religion) to join our vibrant learning community. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to inspire students through engaging and contemporary teaching practices, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the world and faith.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment that is learner-centred, supportive, cooperative, and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices.
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluating their effectiveness; assessing and reporting student progress and learning outcomes; and reporting these to students, parents and the community.
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school and fostering a positive school culture.
• Proactively engaging with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Establishing positive relationships in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development.
• Ensuring that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

About you: To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Creating a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to enrich learning experiences and achieve the best educational outcomes for students.
• A passion to support students' spiritual and moral development.

For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

Why choose BCE: Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy opportunities for career advancement and professional development, competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements, salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options, active staff social club and wellness programs, and personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date. Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.