St Mary’s Primary School Mooroopna, located in the wonderful Goulburn Valley, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Part - Time, Fixed Term, Primary Languages (Italian) Teacher to join our vibrant school community, commencing Term 2, 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

The Position

• Title: Primary Teacher - Part Time, Fixed Term - Languages (Italian) Teacher
• Classification: CEMEA 2022
• Salary per year: Range - $79,589 - $118,063
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: .4 FTE
• Employment Status: Fixed Term
• Location: St Mary’s School - Mooroopna
• Other Requirements: VIT
• Potential start date: 20/04/2026

About St Mary’s School Mooroopna

St. Mary’s is a parish primary school which is a vibrant, faith-filled learning community with a proud history in the Goulburn Valley. At St. Mary’s, our students and staff wholeheartedly embrace our school motto, “Let Your Light Shine,” by living the Gospel values and striving for excellence in everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to nurture a love of Languages learning in our students while supporting their academic, social and spiritual growth within a welcoming and collaborative Catholic school environment. At St Mary’s, we are committed to fostering student agency, high expectations and strong relationships, ensuring every child is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best.

St. Mary’s Mooroopna is a community where we nurture responsible, respectful, resilient, and safe lifelong learners.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• • A strong understanding of contemporary primary teaching practice
  • The ability to design and deliver engaging, inclusive and differentiated Languages learning experiences
  • A commitment to the Catholic ethos and vision of the school
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • A willingness to contribute positively to the broader life of the school community

  If you are enthusiastic about inspiring young learners and making a meaningful impact as part of a supportive, values-driven team, we warmly welcome your application to join the St Mary’s community.

What We Offer You

• Supportive and Inclusive Environment: Join a positive, close-knit school community that values inclusion, collaboration, and the holistic development of every student.
• Professional Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering regular opportunities for training and upskilling to foster an enriching teaching environment.
• Rewarding Work: Contribute to the educational journey and successes of our students, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development as a whole, in a secure and rewarding position within Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited.
• A strong commitment to student welfare and holistic development.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and educators.
• Access to innovative teaching resources and educational programs.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education! 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: Tuesday 31st March 2026 at 4.00pm.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.

We reserve the right to begin the interview process before the advertised closing date and encourage early applications.

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.