Role Description/Criteria
St Columba's College Ltd is a Catholic secondary girls' school located in Essendon under the stewardship of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and conducted in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity.
At St Columba鈥檚 College, Religious Education is central to our identity as a Catholic learning community. Grounded in Gospel values and a commitment to justice, our RE program encourages students to explore faith, meaning, ethics, and their responsibility to the wider world.
We are seeking a passionate and reflective Religious Education Teacher to join our community. The successful candidate will support students in developing spiritual literacy, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of Catholic tradition while engaging thoughtfully with contemporary issues.听 This is an ongoing part time (08. to 1FTE) position to commence asap.
The classes will include (may be subject to change):
- Year 11 Religious Education
- Year 10 Religious Education (x3)
- Year 9 Religious Education (x2)
- Year 8 Religious Education
You will:
- Plan and deliver engaging Religious Education lessons
- Foster thoughtful discussion around faith, ethics, identity, and social justice
- Create inclusive learning environments that respect diverse perspectives
- Integrate Catholic Social Teaching into curriculum and classroom practice
- Collaborate with colleagues to design meaningful curriculum and assessment
- Contribute to the spiritual life of the College through liturgies, retreats, and reflection opportunities
We want to hear from you if you are an educator who:
- Holds current registration (VIT) and relevant tertiary qualifications
- Accreditation to teach Religious Education (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong understanding of Catholic theology and Religious Education curriculum
- Values collaboration, professional growth, and student-centred learning
- Embodies the College鈥檚 values of compassion, justice, hope, truth, and love
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a welcoming, values-driven school where staff feel supported and connected
- Access development opportunities, and the chance to build your career
- Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and care for the school community
- Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Plan that honours our community and supports our staff
Your application, including the names of three referees, should be addressed to Ms Rita Grima, Principal, and submitted via our .听
Applications close 4:00pm on Sunday 8 February 2026.听Applications will be reviewed as they are received and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date.
Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
Mary Aikenhead Ministries schools are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.听
Application Procedures
https://www.columba.vic.edu.au/employment/reteacher/