Secondary Teacher - English, Social & Community Studies
Expect A Star ·www.expectastar.com.au
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Benefits
• Competitive above award salary
• NFP salary packaging benefits
• Paid Parental Leave program
• 13 weeks long service leave
• Career progression and internal transfer opportunities
• Small class sizes with dedicated teacher aide support
• Professional development opportunities
• Monday to Friday role with no co-curricular requirements
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and relationship-focused Secondary Teacher to join a Special Assistance School supporting Year 11 and 12 students who have disengaged from mainstream education.
Teaching English and/or Social & Community Studies, you will work with small cohorts of students in a supportive, trauma-informed environment where building trust and meaningful connections is at the heart of student success.
This is a full-time permanent position commencing in Term 3, with working hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm.
The teaching structure consists of two student cohorts, with face-to-face teaching on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and Wednesdays dedicated to planning, collaboration and student support.
Duties
• Deliver engaging lessons in English and/or Social & Community Studies to Year 11 and 12 students
• Build positive relationships that encourage student engagement and participation
• Support students with diverse learning needs and backgrounds to achieve their individual goals
• Work collaboratively with teacher aides, leadership and wellbeing staff to provide tailored support
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Contribute to individual learning plans and student progress
Role Requirements
• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration (full or provisional)
• Secondary teaching qualification
• Ability to teach English and/or Social & Community Studies
• A genuine passion for supporting disengaged young people
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience working with neurodiverse students or alternative education settings is desirable but not essential
The School
We're partnering with a well-established Special Assistance School that provides an alternative pathway for Year 11 and 12 students who have disengaged from traditional education.
With small class sizes of approximately 16 students and extensive classroom support, teachers are empowered to focus on what matters most - building relationships and helping students rediscover a love of learning.
The school values compassion, flexibility and connection above years of experience, making this an excellent opportunity for both experienced educators and graduate teachers who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
Still unsure?
If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Nina at nina.depasquale@expectastar.com.au or 1300 669 653.
At Expect A Star, our mission is to help you take the next step in your education career.
Not for you? Refer a friend or colleague and receive a $300 voucher if your referral is successfully placed.
About Expect A Star
• Australian specialist in Education recruitment
• Founded in 2004
• Experienced recruitment team with backgrounds in education
• Supporting educators across schools and early learning services
• Competitive above award salary
• NFP salary packaging benefits
• Paid Parental Leave program
• 13 weeks long service leave
• Career progression and internal transfer opportunities
• Small class sizes with dedicated teacher aide support
• Professional development opportunities
• Monday to Friday role with no co-curricular requirements
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and relationship-focused Secondary Teacher to join a Special Assistance School supporting Year 11 and 12 students who have disengaged from mainstream education.
Teaching English and/or Social & Community Studies, you will work with small cohorts of students in a supportive, trauma-informed environment where building trust and meaningful connections is at the heart of student success.
This is a full-time permanent position commencing in Term 3, with working hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm.
The teaching structure consists of two student cohorts, with face-to-face teaching on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and Wednesdays dedicated to planning, collaboration and student support.
Duties
• Deliver engaging lessons in English and/or Social & Community Studies to Year 11 and 12 students
• Build positive relationships that encourage student engagement and participation
• Support students with diverse learning needs and backgrounds to achieve their individual goals
• Work collaboratively with teacher aides, leadership and wellbeing staff to provide tailored support
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Contribute to individual learning plans and student progress
Role Requirements
• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration (full or provisional)
• Secondary teaching qualification
• Ability to teach English and/or Social & Community Studies
• A genuine passion for supporting disengaged young people
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience working with neurodiverse students or alternative education settings is desirable but not essential
The School
We're partnering with a well-established Special Assistance School that provides an alternative pathway for Year 11 and 12 students who have disengaged from traditional education.
With small class sizes of approximately 16 students and extensive classroom support, teachers are empowered to focus on what matters most - building relationships and helping students rediscover a love of learning.
The school values compassion, flexibility and connection above years of experience, making this an excellent opportunity for both experienced educators and graduate teachers who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
Still unsure?
If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Nina at nina.depasquale@expectastar.com.au or 1300 669 653.
At Expect A Star, our mission is to help you take the next step in your education career.
Not for you? Refer a friend or colleague and receive a $300 voucher if your referral is successfully placed.
About Expect A Star
• Australian specialist in Education recruitment
• Founded in 2004
• Experienced recruitment team with backgrounds in education
• Supporting educators across schools and early learning services
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The Secondary Teacher - English, Social & Community Studies role with Expect A Star is based in Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Secondary Teacher - English, Social & Community Studies role pay?
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