Year 4 Classroom Teacher
Commencement Date: 17 January 2026
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Position
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,660 FTE Gross per annum to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE Gross per annum % super
Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm, Friday 9 January 2026 (unless filled prior)
Please note applications for this roles may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.
St Joseph's School, Atherton
St Joseph's School, Atherton, is a co-educational Catholic primary school located in the heart of the naturally beautiful and agriculturally rich Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland.
We have a long tradition of offering high quality Catholic education dating back to 1923, when the school was founded by the Sisters of Mercy. Following in the tradition of the Mercy Sisters, we recognise the importance of education as a crucial way for children to reach their potential, and we remain committed to providing our students with a well-balanced and relevant education and curriculum.
We offer a friendly and supportive environment with a unique sense of community, where parents, staff and students value and respect each other. We strongly encourage and invite involvement of all families, the parish and wider community into the life of the school.
About the Role
As a Teacher you will:
* Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
* Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
* Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment
Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Teacher
Work Requirements
* Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
* Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
What we offer
* Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
* ITAS and IPRASS Allowances
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
* 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
* Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport Membership available
To Apply
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Enquires
Rita Petersen - Principal
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Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.