Teacher - Primary, Multiple Opportunities, Waterford West State School

Queensland Department of Education; Logan City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education is seeking passionate educators for Waterford West State School in Logan City. The positions available include Year 3, Year 3/4, and Drama across Prep to Year 6, with a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, effective teaching practices, and the ability to build relationships with students. Competitive development opportunities and a vibrant community await you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a relevant teaching qualification.
• QCT registration is required, either full or provisional.
• Valid work rights for Australia are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships through trust and empathy.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Modify teaching to meet student needs.
• Manage classrooms with clear rules and routines.
• Engage students with enthusiasm.
• Reflect on teaching practices for improvement.
• Foster confident and curious learners.

Skills

Strong relationship building

Clear communication

Adaptability

Curriculum knowledge

Effective classroom management

Passion and enthusiasm

Reflective practice

Support learner development

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Full or provisional QCT registration

Australian working rights or valid visa

Job description

Waterford West State School is calling on passionate and dedicated educators to join our team! Located in the heart of Logan, we’re a proud and inclusive community where every child is truly known, valued, and celebrated. With 750+ students representing 50+ cultural backgrounds—and a strong, cherished connection with our First Nations students, families, and community—diversity isn’t just welcomed here, it’s celebrated.

At Waterford West State School, we're dedicated to creating a learning environment where students have the right to learn and teachers have the right to teach with respect at the heart of everything we do. Our expectations are clear, consistent, and grounded in respect for self, others, and learning, while we proudly invest in our staff and their ongoing professional growth. Through explicit instruction, strong school-wide commitment we foster confident lifelong learners from Prep to Year 6 and we're seeking an enthusiastic educator to join our team.

Current Opportunities

• Year 3 (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/26)
• Year 3/4 (Fraction negotiable*, Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/26) – This position can be offered as a 0.4 FTE position, teaching a Year 3 class on Tuesdays and a Year 4 class on Fridays.
• Drama – Prep – Year 6 (Temporary, ASAP - 18/09/26)

What qualities are most important for the role?

• Build strong relationships through trust, empathy, and an inclusive environment.
• Communicate clearly by explaining concepts well, listening actively, and giving constructive feedback.
• Be adaptable and responsive to student needs and learning styles.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge and effective, evidence-based teaching practices.
• Maintain effective classroom management with clear expectations, routines, and consistent responses.
• Show passion and enthusiasm to engage and motivate students.
• Practice reflection and maintain a growth mindset to continually improve teaching.
• Support overall development of confident, capable, and curious learners.

Why Waterford West State School?

• Serves a highly multicultural student population representing more than 50 cultural backgrounds, offering an enriching and diverse teaching experience.
• Strong commitment to create a climate that enhances every child's belief in themselves to be lifelong learners and active members of society.
• To support classroom excellence, we also have a team of four sector-based coaches, providing targeted support in each part of the school.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources.
• Real career development opportunities.

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).

Occupational group: Education & Training