Technology & The Arts Teacher

Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Technology & Arts Teacher to join the St Joseph's School, Atherton teaching team in Term 4, 2026.

Contract Dates: 6 Otober 2026 to 15 January 2027

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed-Term Position

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,660 FTE Gross per annum to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE Gross per annum + 12.75% super

Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm, Friday 31 July 2026

St Joseph's School, Atherton

St Joseph’s School, Atherton, is a co-educational Catholic primary school located in the heart of the naturally beautiful and agriculturally rich Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland.

We have a long tradition of offering high quality Catholic education dating back to 1923, when the school was founded by the Sisters of Mercy. Following in the tradition of the Mercy Sisters, we recognise the importance of education as a crucial way for children to reach their potential, and we remain committed to providing our students with a well-balanced and relevant education and curriculum.

We offer a friendly and supportive setting with a unique sense of community, where parents, staff and students value and respect each other. We strongly encourage and invite involvement of all families, the parish and wider community into the life of the school.

About The Role

As a Teacher you will:

Plan,



prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programsContribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planningContribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description 230210 Teacher PosD.pdf

Work Requirements

Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of TeachersBe fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience ITAS and IPRASS Allowances Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 12.75% employer superannuation contribution Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)14 Weeks’ paid parental leaveProfessional development and Early Career Teacher SupportAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramFitness Passport Membership available

To Apply

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Enquires

Rita Petersen - Principal

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07 4095 9000

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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