2027 STEM Teaching Positions

Catholic Education Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 86,600 - 126,724; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial allowance for regional areas

Accommodation assistance

Fitness Passport

Annual leave with 17.5% loading

Salary packaging options

12.75% employer superannuation

Long service leave after 7 years

14 weeks’ paid parental leave

Professional development and Early Car

Job summary

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns invites applications for STEM Teachers to join our school communities from January 2027. You will inspire students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and model contemporary pedagogical practices in a faith-based context.

The role focuses on designing engaging STEM experiences, integrating real‑world applications and technologies, and contributing to school planning and student success.

Qualifications

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education.
• Demonstrate a passion for STEM education and contemporary pedagogical practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging STEM learning experiences that inspire curiosity and innovation.
• Develop students’ critical thinking, collaboration and problem‑solving skills.
• Integrate contemporary technologies and real‑world applications into teaching and learning.
• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning.
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment.

Skills

STEM Education

Curriculum Design

Student Engagement

Education

Teacher Registration with QCT

Job description

Commencement Date: Monday 18 January 2027

Salary Range: $86,600 to $126,724 FTE Gross per annum plus 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm Sunday 30 August 2026

STEM Teachers Wanted

Inspire the Innovators, Problem Solvers and Creators of Tomorrow

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is seeking passionate and dynamic STEM Teachers to join our growing school communities from January 2027.

As a STEM Teacher, you will play a key role in inspiring students to explore scientific inquiry, digital technologies, engineering principles and mathematical thinking that prepare them for an ever-changing world.

If you are committed to engaging emerging minds through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, and want to make a meaningful impact in Catholic education, we would love to hear from you.

Working for Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is a dynamic and growing organisation that is actively inviting schools to co‑create with us, schools that are places of rich learning for now and into the 22nd Century.

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns is committed to this vision through Co‑Leadership with schools to build communities of learning that provide a safe, nurturing and academically challenging environment.

Our schools are places where we create opportunities for every student and every staff member so that they are inspired to contribute to our society, innovate, explore possibilities, and achieve excellence.

About the Role

As a STEM Teacher you will:

• Design and deliver engaging STEM learning experiences that inspire curiosity and innovation
• Develop students’ critical thinking, collaboration and problem‑solving skills
• Integrate contemporary technologies and real‑world applications into teaching and learning
• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

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

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Demonstrate a passion for STEM education and contemporary pedagogical practices.

What we offer

• Financial allowance applying to regional areas
• Financial incentives and accommodation applying to more remote locations
• Fitness Passport Membership available
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% employer superannuation contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability may also be applicable)
• 14 weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Intending applicants

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Reconciliation Statement

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