Valkyrie State School is a close-knit community school where every student is known, valued and given the opportunity to thrive. From Kindergarten to Year 6, the school creates a supportive and engaging environment where strong relationships, quality teaching and a love of learning are at the heart of school life.

As a teacher, you'll have the opportunity to know your students deeply, shape their learning and make a genuine difference every day. This is small-school teaching at its most rewarding , where your contribution is seen, valued and felt across the whole school community.

What's It Like to Teach in a Small School?

Small schools offer something special - closer relationships, greater variety and the opportunity to make a real difference in every student's learning journey.
Hear from teachers about what makes small-school teaching so rewarding.

Why Valkyrie State School?

Make a Big Impact - Your contribution is visible and valued in a small-school setting.
Know Your Students - Build genuine relationships with students and families.
Variety Every Day - Teach across Kindergarten to Year 6 and bring flexibility to your classroom.
Be Part of the Community - Join a close-knit school where relationships and teamwork matter.





What We Offer

Generous rural teacher incentives
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 skilled referees

Explore the school: Visit Valkyrie State School
Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF)

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

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten-6, Valkyrie State School (Mackay Region) (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland