Religious Education Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Religious Education
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
13 September 2026
About Merici College
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
103.2
75.8 teaching · 27.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
992
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
992 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: January 2027, Term Four
About Merici College
At Merici College, you’ll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7 to 12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11 to 12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7 to 10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.
About the Role
The Religious Education Teacher plays a vital role in nurturing students’ relationship with God while deepening their knowledge of Catholic beliefs, values, and practices. Guided by the CACGEL-approved Religious Education Curriculum, the teacher designs engaging and meaningful learning experiences that promote spiritual and moral growth, encourage respect for others, and foster personal faith development. The Religious Education Teacher shares the richness of the Catholic tradition, helping students grow in their faith and live out the Gospel message.
Benefits and Opportunities
- Extensive training in our hi…