Teacher - Economics & Accounting

Sheldon College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award remuneration

Salary Sacrifice and Super Co-Contrib

Parental Leave (College-paid)

Employee Assistance Program (24/7)

Corporate discounts (Health, Gym, Opto

Staff Study and Scholarship Program

Professional Development with release

Job summary

Sheldon College Foundation Limited is seeking an experienced Economics & Accounting Teacher to join the HASS Faculty in Redland City, Queensland. The role focuses on Economics and Accounting across Years 11–12 and Business Education for Years 9–10, delivering high-quality curriculum and driving strong academic outcomes.

The successful candidate will prepare students for external examinations, align with QCAA processes, and uphold Child Safe Standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications in Economics, Accounting or Business.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
• Demonstrated experience teaching Senior Economics and/or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Economics and Accounting curriculum for Years 11–12 and Business Education for Years 9–10.
• Prepare students for external examinations in line with ACARA and QCAA requirements.
• Ensure student safety and wellbeing under Child Safe Standards and College policies.
• Collaborate with the HASS team to plan and implement engaging learning programs.

Skills

Economics

Accounting

Business education

Education

Teaching qualification majoring in Economics/Accounting/Business

QCT registration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Economics & Accounting Teacher to join our HASS Faculty. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team of dedicated educators, you will deliver high-quality Business curriculum, with a particular focus on Economics and Accounting across Years 11 and 12, as well as Business Education in Years 9 and 10. You will inspire students to develop deep subject knowledge, critical thinking and inquiry skills, while supporting them to achieve strong academic outcomes.

The role also involves preparing students for external examinations and requires knowledge of QCAA accreditation and QCE processes, including Endorsement, Confirmation and External Marking.

This role includes responsibility for student safety and wellbeing, requiring compliance with the College's Child Safe Standards, policies and procedures, and all relevant legislative and duty of care obligations.

This is a permanent full-time position commencing in 2027.

Why work at Sheldon College?

Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026, a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.

Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:

• Above Award remuneration.
• Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.
• College-paid Parental Leave.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
• Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.
• Employee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep–12 College.
• Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.
• Paid Staff Study and Scholarship Program.
• Funded Professional Development with supported release time.
• Paid Staff Pop Up Health clinics on site every Term including Massage, Skin Checks, Flu Vacc and body scans.
• Coffee & Cake Days each term, with regular team BBQs and lunches.
• Staffroom essentials: bread, raisin toast, condiments, tea, coffee, milk.

About you

• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications majoring in Economics, Accounting or Business.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
• Demonstrated experience teaching Senior Economics and/or Accounting.
• Ability to plan and deliver exceptional teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of students in Economics, Accounting, Business and Humanities according to ACARA and QCAA.
• 5+ years' teaching experience preferred, or experience at Senior Teacher level.
• Experience and knowledge in preparing students for external examinations.
• Commitment to QCAA accreditation in QCE processes, including Endorsement, Confirmation and External Marking.
• Passion for quality teaching and learning, with the ability to create a challenging environment that promotes strong student engagement and academic outcomes.
• Ability to create a safe, secure learning environment in which trust is fostered, individual differences are respected and valued, and students are encouraged to be self-directed learners.
• Capacity for reflection and self-directed learning with a commitment to continuously improve teaching practices.
• Ability to apply creative and innovative practices and digital tools to support student learning.
• Strong team orientation with a willingness to contribute and collaborate.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students, parents and colleagues and partnerships within the wider community.
• High standards of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to be a proactive and collaborative member of a team.

About Us

Sheldon College is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities.

Our staff are our most valuable investment. Every member plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.

Child Safety and Wellbeing

Sheldon College has a zero-tolerance approach to any behaviours that compromise student safety and wellbeing, including child abuse. The College prescribes to the Universal Principle that all children have the right to feel safe, respected, and heard, protected from all forms of abuse, harm, and neglect in a culturally safe environment.

All staff are required to uphold the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing framework, including the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Staff Code of Conduct, and Raising and Responding to Concerns Policy. It is an inherent requirement of all staff members’ employment to meet mandatory reporting obligations. Staff must apply a culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach in all Child Wellbeing related activities and Child Safety investigations across all areas of the College.

Successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to child safety and will be required to complete all mandatory training and compliance requirements prior to undertaking duties.