Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten-Year 2, Mount Garnet State School

Queensland Department of Education; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to lead learning in the Kindergarten to Year 2 classroom at Mount Garnet State School. This role offers generous rural teacher incentives and the chance to make a real impact in early years education. Ideal candidates will have relevant teaching qualifications, QCT registration, and a passion for community-focused education.

Benefits

Generous rural teacher incentives

Modern facilities and quality resources

Career development opportunities

Relocation and housing support

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification is essential.
• Full or provisional QCT registration needed.
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning in the Kindergarten to Year 2 classroom.
• Support students in a small, community-focused school.
• Utilize modern facilities and quality resources.

Skills

Early years teaching experience

Strong support provision

Student-teacher connections

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Full or provisional QCT registration

Australian working rights or valid visa

Job description

Mount Garnet State School is a small, community-focused school supporting students from Prep to Year 6. We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to lead learning in the Kindergarten to Year 2 classroom. The school is located in Mount Garnet, a rural township on the southern Atherton Tablelands.

We're recruiting teachers to join our close-knit team. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a rewarding regional move, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.

Current Opportunities

• Primary Teacher - Kindergarten-Year 2

Why Mount Garnet State School

• Early years teaching experience preferable, with strong support provided.
• Access to extensive onsite professional development opportunities.
• Flexible start dates available, with onboarding support from current teacher if commencing earlier.
• Small, supportive school community with strong student-teacher connections.
• Unique rural lifestyle on the southern Atherton Tablelands.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in early years education (K-2).

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

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Occupational group: Education & Training