Primary Teacher - Mandarin (Chinese) Language

Islamic College of Brisbane; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Free parking

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary packaging

Access to registered nurse

Staff celebrations and events

End of year staff celebration

Job summary

Islamic College of Brisbane in Karawatha, QLD, seeks a full-time Mandarin (Chinese) Primary Teacher to commence Term 4, 2026. You will plan and deliver high-quality Mandarin lessons, foster an inclusive classroom, and support student wellbeing while working collaboratively with staff and families.

The role requires QCT registration or eligibility, and a commitment to the College’s Islamic ethos. This permanent position offers opportunities for professional development and involvement in College

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or eligible for registration.
• Strong Mandarin language proficiency for primary teaching.
• Experience planning and delivering differentiated Mandarin lessons to primary students.
• Understanding of primary learning development and individual needs.
• Ability to create a positive, inclusive learning environment that engages students.
• Strong classroom management and positive relationships with students.
• Ability to monitor progress and use assessment data.
• Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, students and families.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of the Islamic College of Brisbane.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Mandarin (Chinese) lessons aligned with curriculum.
• Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment to support achievement.
• Support student wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs and monitor progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the College and collaborate with staff and families.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Primary teaching

Curriculum alignment

Education

Teaching qualifications with QCT registration

Job description

Primary Teacher - Mandarin (Chinese) Language

Islamic College of Brisbane – Karawatha QLD

We are seeking a Mandarin (Chinese) Primary Teacher on a full-time permanent basis to join our team, commencing Term 4, 2026.

The Opportunity

• planning and delivering engaging, high-quality Mandarin (Chinese) lessons aligned with the College curriculum and learning framework;
• creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports student achievement and participation;
• supporting the wellbeing and pastoral needs of students;
• responding to individual student learning needs and adapting teaching strategies where appropriate; and
• contributing positively to the wider life of the College and working collaboratively with colleagues, students and families.

Selection Criteria

• Relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT), or eligibility for registration.
• Strong Mandarin (Chinese) language proficiency and the ability to teach Mandarin (Chinese) effectively to primary-aged students.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Mandarin (Chinese) lessons aligned with curriculum requirements.
• A sound understanding of primary students’ learning, development and individual learning needs.
• The ability to create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and participation.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to establish positive relationships with students.
• The ability to monitor student progress and use assessment information to inform teaching and learning.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work positively with colleagues, students and families.
• Commitment to the values, policies and expectations of the Islamic College of Brisbane.
• Be fully supportive of the Islamic ethos, values and practices of the College

• Generous staff discounts on Prep to Year 12 student fees
• Free parking
• Opportunities for professional development and learning opportunities
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to comprehensive salary packaging
• Access to registered nurse
• Regular staff celebrations and gatherings
• Annual end of year staff celebration

Applications close Friday 20 November 2026. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis therefore the role may be filled prior to the closing date.

Applications from candidates who have applied for teaching roles at the Islamic College of Brisbane within the last 12 months will not be reconsidered at this time. Only applicants who currently hold Australian working rights and are based in Australia will be considered. Overseas applications are not accepted.

About the College

The Islamic College of Brisbane (ICB) is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational, independent growing school, located on the southern outskirts of Brisbane in the suburb of Karawatha located in the South East Queensland region. We are a community-centered college adhering to Australian values and virtues which are underpinned by the inclusive Islamic ethos of equality, respectand humility in producing self-directed and proactive learners and citizens.

The Islamic College of Brisbane supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.