Teacher Positions

Alta-1 College; Nambour; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviva College on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, is seeking a dedicated Teacher to deliver curriculum and support recovery journeys for at-risk youth. The role emphasises trauma-informed approaches and holistic student development within a Christian community.

Candidates must be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers and hold a valid driver license. This is a full-time position beginning Term 1, 2027, with opportunities to contribute to program development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Holder of a valid driver license.
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver curriculum and support diverse learners.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to engage with at-risk and vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum in line with College and regulatory requirements.
• Provide pastoral care and support to students.
• Manage student behaviour and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Engage positively with parents and external agencies.
• Contribute to campus and program development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

About Aviva (formerly known as Alta-1 College QLD)

Aviva College is a relational learning community for young people whose education has become interrupted, complex or uncertain. Our purpose is to journey alongside young people, creating places of belonging and safety, where every student’s inherent worth is affirmed, their growth is nurtured, and they are supported to discover a future filled with purpose and possibility. At Aviva, our learning communities bring together education, personal growth, recovery and community, creating spaces where young people can belong, engage with learning and take meaningful steps forward. The values of the College move from our understandings of the inherent worth of every young person to assisting their establishment as people of purpose and contribution.

As a Christian organisation faith is central to who we are. The College has a well-developed Christian Identity Framework that positively informs the work of the College. For more information see www.avivacollege.com.au

The work of Aviva College is a justice seeking and life transforming work. We desire to exist as a community of hope.

Child Safe Statement

Aviva College is committed to providing a child-safe environment which safe-guards all students and is committed to promoting practices which provides safety, wellbeing and welfare of our children and young people.

See www.avivacollege.com.au for our Statement of Commitment to Student Safety and Wellbeing.

The Opportunity

Aviva College is currently growing in response to the increasing need for quality education alternatives for young people who are at-risk of educational disengagement and negative life outcomes. This season of growth is both exciting and challenging and staff joining the college will need to carry a genuine heart for at-risk young people, a willingness to work closely with others in team and a capacity to navigate change flexibly. While there are dynamic elements to our current season the college operates from a strong base of a decade of operation and has a consistent, passionate and community-minded staff team.

Qualified, passionate and experienced teachers should apply for this Teacher Position. Our teachers require heart, energy, wisdom and professionalism, working holistically with young people to support their education, school community engagement and recovery journeys. Teachers with an understanding of Trauma Aware/Informed Education are particularly well placed for effectiveness in an Aviva classroom. In addition to secondary trained teachers, those teachers with primary school training are encouraged to apply as the classroom model is reflective of a primary school setting. This is a middle school teaching position.

Role Purpose & Key Responsibilities

The teacher plays a central role in delivering the educational and recovery programs of Aviva College. They:

• Deliver curriculum in line with College and regulatory requirements
• Provide pastoral care and support to students
• Manage student behaviour and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Engage positively with parents and external agencies
• Contribute to campus and program development

The role requires professional integrity, effective communication, and a commitment to both student transformation and teaching excellence.

Role Selection Criteria

Essential (applicable to all college staff)

• Commitment to Christian faith, college values and the highest standards of professional conduct
• Passionate about supporting at-risk and vulnerable young people towards positive growth and change
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver curriculum and support diverse learners
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with at-risk young people
• Organisational skills, including accurate record-keeping and reporting

Highly desirable

• Knowledge of trauma-informed, inclusive education practices
• Previous experience working with at-risk and educationally disengaged young people

Required Qualifications

• To be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers
• Holder of a valid driver license

Applications are due no later than 9:00am Monday 9th November, 2026

N.B. the College reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the closing date for applications listed above.

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Aviva College

Aviva College is a relational learning community for young people whose education has become interrupted, complex or uncertain. Our purpose is to journey alongside young people, creating places of belonging and safety, where every student’s inherent worth is affirmed, their growth is nurtured, and they are supported to discover a future filled with purpose and possibility. At Aviva, our learning communities bring together education, personal growth, recovery and community, creating spaces where young people can belong, engage with learning and take meaningful steps forward. The values of the College move from our understandings of the inherent worth of every young person to assisting their establishment as people of purpose and contribution.

As a Christian organisation faith is central to who we are. The College has a well-developed Christian Identity Framework that positively informs the work of the College. For more information see www.avivacollege.com.au

The work of Aviva College is a justice seeking and life transforming work. We desire to exist as a community of hope.

Aviva College is committed to providing a child-safe environment which safe-guards all students and is committed to promoting practices which provides safety, wellbeing and welfare of our children and young people.

See www.avivacollege.com.au for our Statement of Commitment to Student Safety and Wellbeing.

Teacher

Full-time Positions

Commencement Term 1, 2027

Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland