Secondary Science Teacher

Ryan Catholic College; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave loading 17.5%

Long service leave after 7 years

Parental leave up to 14 weeks

Job summary

Southern Cross Catholic College in Townsville is seeking a dedicated Secondary Science Teacher. You will teach Senior Chemistry and/or Senior Biology, supported by a Catholic values framework and a collaborative school community.

The role is a full‑time, fixed-term contract commencing 18 January 2027 and concluding on 3 December 2027. Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (or eligibility) is required to guide student wellbeing and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualifications and registration or eligibility with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging lessons and set clear expectations in line with Catholic values.
• Utilize a range of assessment tools to monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback.
• Reflect on teaching practice to continually improve and support diverse learners.

Skills

Senior Chemistry

Senior Biology

Education

Tertiary qualifications and QCT registration

Job description

Location: Southern Cross Catholic College, Annandale

Job No : TCE5164

Commencement Date: 18 January 2027

Location: Southern Cross Catholic College - Townsville QLD

Salary Range: $86,600 - $124,725 pending experience + Super

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Secondary Science Teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers. The ability to teach Senior Chemistry and/or Senior Biology would be highly advantageous.

This is a full time, fixed termposition commening on 18 January 2027and concludes on3 December 2027.

You'll join a supportive team of committed teachers who work together in partnership with the parent community to create the best possible learning experience for every student. Your understanding of contemporary teaching practices, and your ability to adapt and support a diverse range of learners, will help every child feel included, valued, and confident.

In your classroom, you'll spark curiosity and a love of learning by designing engaging lessons, setting clear expectations, and continually reflecting on your practice to keep improving. You'll use a range of assessment tools to understand each student's progress, celebrate their growth, and give meaningful feedback that helps them thrive.

Guided by Catholic values, you'll embrace the school's mission, prioritise student safety and wellbeing, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment where every learner feels they belong.

Set on the tropical coast of North Queensland, Townsville blends the energy of a thriving regional city with the warmth of a welcoming community. With Magnetic Island just a short ferry ride away and the Great Barrier Reef on its doorstep, you can spend weekends exploring palm-lined beaches, vibrant markets, and lively cultural events - all while enjoying the relaxed, outdoors-focused lifestyle that makes Townsville such a rewarding place to live and work.

Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all staff. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

About us

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

We value your hard work and dedication, and we're proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
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• Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave available to the primary carer, regardless of gender

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