At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging History lessons and foster their growth.
- Company: Our Lady of Mercy College, a nurturing Catholic school for girls.
- Benefits: Professional growth opportunities, free parking, gym access, and daily morning tea.
- Other info: Flexible environment with no regular weekend commitments.
- Why this job: Join a supportive community and make a real impact on young minds.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in History and experience teaching Stages 4-5.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking an experienced and passionate History Teacher to join our College on a full-time, two-term contract commencing in Term 1, 2027.
Who are we?
Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta is an independent Catholic school for girls, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889 and entrusted to Mercy Partners in 2021.
Grounded in the Mercy values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice and Service, the College nurtures students and staff as visionary leaders and compassionate changemakers.
Mercy is expressed as empathy and love in action, within a community where academic learning and faith flourish together.
The opportunity
This full-time, two-term contract for Terms 1 and 2, 2027 is ideal for an educator with experience in Stages 4–5 History who is eager to inspire curiosity, deliver engaging, syllabus-aligned lessons, and provide constructive feedback that supports student reflection and growth.
Central to this teaching role is a commitment to nurturing the gifts, talents, and aspirations of every student.
The successful applicant will embrace and promote the Catholic identity of the College, ensuring that Catholic values and the Mercy tradition are reflected in all aspects of school life, learning, and leadership.
What are we looking for?
- Relevant tertiary qualifications to teach History in NSW.
- Experience teaching Stages 4 - 5 History.
- Capacity to critically reflect and adjust teaching practice to improve learning outcomes.
- Capacity to establish a supportive environment conducive to effective student learning.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, administrative, organisational and collaborative working skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to the teaching requirements of the College.
- Willingness to actively support and participate in the life of the College, and the Catholic mission and Mercy values of the College.
- Willingness to participate in the co-curricular life of the College (noting that there are no regular weekend sporting commitments).
- Hold a current Working with Children Check number.
- Have appropriate NESA accreditation.
Why work at OLMC?
- Join a supportive and professional environment.
- Access to opportunities for continuous professional growth.
- Enjoy a convenient location with free staff parking at Parramatta Leagues Club (just one block away).
- Benefit from being within walking distance to a bustling food and retail hub.
- Daily complimentary morning tea, with regular whole-staff events.
- Complimentary use of the College gym facilities.
- Take advantage of the Fitness Passport Program.
- What you need to know
- Full-time Teaching Contract for Terms 1 and 2, 2027 to cover Parental Leave.
- Pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates.
- Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant to the role at any time.
- At OLMC, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that all applicants must have a current Working with Children Check number, and all teaching applicants must also have NESA accreditation.
History Teacher - Terms 1 and 2, 2027 in Sydney employer: OLMC
Our Lady of Mercy College offers a supportive and nurturing environment grounded in the values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice, and Service. The College promotes professional growth through opportunities to inspire students and engage in co-curricular activities. Employees are part of a community that values academic learning and faith, fostering both personal and professional development.
