Salary Range

$83,872 to $141,997 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status

Part-time | 45.6 hours per fortnight

Eligibility

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date

Negotiable

About St Patrick's Parish School

St Patrick’s Parish School in Cooma is a welcoming co-educational K–10 school with a strong focus on student learning, safety and belonging. As part of a proud Parish community, it offers a supportive, values driven environment where staff benefit from a positive culture, qualified growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference.

About Cooma, NSW

Cooma is a key service town situated east of the Snowy Mountains, between Bega and Tumut. The town boasts a vibrant commercial centre and scenic parklands, including Centennial Park, where an avenue of international flags pays tribute to the immigrants who contributed to the Snowy Mountains hydroelectric scheme. Cooma also serves as a convenient base for exploring the Snowy Mountains region, with the resort town of Jindabyne just 45 minutes away, along with nearby snowfields and mountain villages.

About the Role

Teachers foster a love of learning through creative teaching strategies and the effective use of diverse, engaging resources to make the curriculum meaningful and dynamic. This role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining classroom routines, and supporting students to ensure a seamless and positive learning experience. Success in this position requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a dedication to upholding the school’s values, contributing to a stable and supportive environment where students can thrive.



Experience with High Impact Teaching Practices (HITP), Catalyst and the NESA Curriculum will be highly regarded.

Benefits and Opportunities

- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
- Enjoy accessibility to ski fields and ski programs in New South Wales including Threbdo and Perisher!

Qualifications and Eligibility

- Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching
- NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation
- Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Contact Information

Position-specific queries: Dr Sean Mangan on or via Application queries: Recruitment Team on or via

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