Classroom Teacher Central Mangrove Public School

(PT Term 1 / FT Terms 2-4)

Why work with us?

Central Mangrove Public School is proudly situated on Darkinjung land, 20km from Gosford and 24km from Tuggerah, surrounded by natural bushland and rural farms. As a small, community-focused school, we are committed to a safe, inclusive, high-quality learning environment. With a current enrolment of 23 students in 2 multistage classes and 27% Aboriginal enrolment, we are active members of the Cooinda Aboriginal Education Consultative Group and Kariong Mountains Learning Community.

Central Mangrove is a small school creating big futures, where collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and innovation make learning exciting. We are embedding STEM pedagogy across all areas and expanding extracurricular programs.

The emotional, social, and academic growth of students is vital. Our vision is for all students to achieve personal excellence in a respectful, safe, community-focused environment. Central Mangrove Public School is a place where children are safe, happy, and thrive.

About the role

Expressions of interest are invited from suitably qualified applicants interested in a temporary classroom teacher position:

• Term 1 2025 - 1 day per week
• Terms 2-4 2025 - 5 days per week

The successful applicant will be teaching in a multistage K-2 classroom.

Our staff are committed to delivering evidence-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programs that are personalised to meet the individual learning needs of all students. The school provides a variety of opportunities and experiences for students to develop their academic, creative, physical, social and emotional skills and is recognised for its growing STEM based programs. Strong skills in behaviour management and differentiation are required to cater for the range of learning and wellbeing needs that exist within our school.

As Central Mangrove is a small school, commitment to contributing to a positive whole school culture is essential. The successful applicant will have opportunities to grow professionally, and maintaining a collaborative growth mindset is a must. Staff work and learn together to effectively increase the collective efficacy of the school. The successful applicant is required to have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and be driven to learn and implement innovative practices that improve student outcomes.

The school enjoys strong community partnerships, valuing parents as partners in education and encourages community engagement in all activities. Staff welcome and encourage the community to have an active voice in their school. The successful applicant will play an integral role in maintaining a deep sense of belonging and partnership with all members of the community, effectively assisting and maintaining the development of a culturally safe environment for all.

Selection criteria

• Approval to teach K-6, with the ability to develop and implement explicit, high-quality, differentiated and engaging literacy and numeracy programs to meet the needs of, and improve outcomes for, all learners.
• Evidence of excellent classroom management skills and well-being practices with the capacity to cater for a diverse range of students including those with additional needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering teamwork and continuous school improvement, with a focus on contributing to a positive, innovative, and learner-focused culture through open collaboration, shared ideas and mutual respect.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive and inclusive relationships that foster a love of learning, engaging students, parents/carers and the wider community.

Who can apply

Enthusiastic and motivated teachers who have current DoE approval to teach Primary (K-6) in NSW and a current WWCC.

How to apply

Applicants are invited to submit a written application of no more than two x A4 pages addressing the role criteria. Also include a one-page resume outlining your experience. Applications should be submitted via email to Amy Ball at [email protected] by Friday 28 November 2025.

Your application must include the names and contact details of two professional referees who could discuss your suitability for the positions. One of the referees listed must be the applicant's current Principal or supervisor (if currently in a non-teaching corporate position).

Contact: Amy Ball

Email: [email protected]

Call: 02 4373 1156

Job link:

https://education.nsw.gov.au/noticeboard-opportunities/2025/11/classroom-teacher-pt-term-1-ft-terms-2-4