Bring your passion for education to Cooktown State School, where every day is an opportunity to inspire young minds. Join a supportive team shaping the future in Far North Queensland!

Current Opportunities:

- Hospitality Practices - Year 7-12 (Permanent, commence 21-01-27)
- Science / Mathematics - Year 7-12 (Temporary, 21-01-27 to 03-12-27)

Why Cooktown State School?

- Join a supportive, diverse school that nurtures confident and capable students
- Work in a picturesque Far North Queensland setting - rich in culture, nature and regional opportunity.
- Take advantage of working across a full Prep to Year 12 campus - offering variety, broader scope and skilled growth in one role.

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 professional referees

Explore the school: Visit Cooktown State School website here
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 considered.

📌 Teacher - Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Cooktown State School (North Queensland)
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