Multiple opportunities are available in schools within the Mackay and Surrounds geographic location for beginning, early career and experienced teachers looking to join a welcoming and supportive team environment. If you are interested in any of the listed opportunities you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible. Teachers who have applied to the Teacher Application Portal are encouraged to email with your interest in specific opportunities. All teachers seeking employment with the Department of Education are encouraged to apply to the Teacher Application Portal to join the talent pool.
See Opportunities Below
Beaconsfield State School
* Multiple positions across Prep-6 (Temporary ASAP - 12-12-2025)
Cannonvale State School
* Year 1 (Temporary ASAP - 12-12-2025)
* Year 2 (Temporary ASAP - 12-12-2025)
Clarke Creek State School
Kindy-6 (Part-time 0.2 FTE)(Temporary 28-04-2025 - 12-12-2025)
Dundula State School
Music - Prep-6 (Part-time 0.4 FTE)
Farleigh State School
Prep-2 Subject area negotiable (Science, HASS or Technology) (Part-time 0.2 FTE) (Temporary ASAP - 27-06-2025)
Gargett State School
Year 3-6
Hamilton Island State School
Prep-2 (Part-time 0.6 FTE)(Temporary ASAP - 19-09-2025)
Mackay Central State School
Health and Physical Education - Prep-6
Mackay West State School
* Year 2
* Year 4
* Year 6
Marian State School
Health and Physical Education - Prep-6
Sarina State School
* The Arts - Prep-6 - Seeking a primary teacher interested in The Arts
* Year 5/6
Walkerston State School
* Health and Physical Education - Prep-6 (Fraction Negotiable) (Temporary ASAP - 12-12-2025)
What is in it for you?
For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please Click here .
Applicants For These Positions Must Possess
* A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications.
* Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Pre-service/graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please Click Here .
* Employment for pre-service/graduate teachers will be subject to the successful completion of a relevant teaching qualification and meeting the minimum requirements as a teacher with the department.
* Working rights in Australia, which means you have, or you are eligible to obtain a valid Australian Visa with work rights (if you're not already an Australian Citizen or resident).
How To Apply
* Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
* Enter your personal details
* Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees
Pre-service teachers and graduates are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study.
Occupational group
Education & Training
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