Make a lasting difference in a school where every student is known, valued and encouraged to succeed. Located on Gudjal Country, Charters Towers State High School has proudly served its rural community for more than 100 years, combining strong traditions with innovative and responsive education. As a classroom teacher in our close-knit Year 7-12 school, you will inspire young people through engaging, inclusive and high-quality teaching. Working collaboratively with committed colleagues and supportive families, you will deliver curriculum responsive to students' diverse needs, strengths and aspirations while building positive relationships, maintaining high expectations and creating safe, purposeful learning environments. Our adaptable learning pathways, wellbeing programs, Agricultural Farm and Dalrymple Trade Training Centre offer rich opportunities to connect classroom learning with meaningful academic, vocational and real-world experiences.
Just 90 minutes from Townsville and the coast, Charters Towers offers affordable housing, short commutes and the relaxed pace and open spaces of country living. 'The Towers' is renowned for its welcoming hospitality, heritage streetscapes, spectacular sunsets and strong community spirit, with an impressive range of sporting, arts, theatre, equestrian and community organisations. Weekends can include markets, rodeos, race days, music festivals, the annual show, exploring the goldfields or visiting the iconic drive-in cinema. If you are an enthusiastic and values-driven teacher seeking meaningful work, professional growth and a lifestyle that gives something back, we warmly invite you to join the Charters Towers State High School community, where what we achieve together is truly 'more to be desired than gold.'

We are committed to flexible, personalised learning,



empowering every student through tailored curriculum options and real-world connections.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in a close-knit, community-driven environment, Charters Towers State High School is the place to be.

Current Opportunities:

English - Year 11-12 (Permanent)
English/Humanities* - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
Mathematics/Science - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
Biology/Agricultural Practices - Year 10-11 (Permanent)

Future Opportunities:

English/Humanities* - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
English/Humanities* - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
Essential Mathematics/General Mathematics - Year 11-12 (Permanent)
Health and Physical Education/Sport and Recreation - Year 7-12 (Permanent)

*Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, etc), across Year Levels 7-12.

What We Offer

Modern facilities and quality resources
Real career development opportunities
Relocation and housing support

What You'll Need

Relevant teaching qualification
Full or provisional QCT registration
Australian working rights or valid visa
Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
Enter your personal details
Attach your resume including two professional referees

Explore the school: Visit Charters Towers SHS website here

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

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📌 Teacher - Multiple Opportunities, Years 7 - 12 - Charters Towers State High School (Townsville City)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville City