At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging STEM learning experiences and foster critical thinking skills.
- Company: Join the dynamic Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns, committed to innovative teaching.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation contributions, professional development, and family support programs.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent career growth opportunities and a vibrant school community.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on future innovators in a supportive and nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for STEM education and eligibility for Queensland College of Teachers registration.
The predicted salary is between 86600 - 126724 $ per year.
Commencement Date: Monday 18 January 2027
Salary Range: $86,600 to $126,724 FTE Gross per annum plus 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
Closing Date for Applications: 5pm Sunday 30 August 2026
STEM Teachers Wanted
Inspire the Innovators, Problem Solvers and Creators of Tomorrow
Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is seeking passionate and dynamic STEM Teachers to join our growing school communities from January 2027. As a STEM Teacher, you will play a key role in inspiring students to explore scientific inquiry, digital technologies, engineering principles and mathematical thinking that prepare them for an ever-changing world. If you are committed to engaging emerging minds through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, and want to make a meaningful impact in Catholic education, we would love to hear from you.
Working for Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns
Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is a dynamic and growing organisation that is actively inviting schools to co‑create with us, schools that are places of rich learning for now and into the 22nd Century. Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns is committed to this vision through Co‑Leadership with schools to build communities of learning that provide a safe, nurturing and academically challenging environment. Our schools are places where we create opportunities for every student and every staff member so that they are inspired to contribute to our society, innovate, explore possibilities, and achieve excellence.
About the Role
- Design and deliver engaging STEM learning experiences that inspire curiosity and innovation
- Develop students’ critical thinking, collaboration and problem‑solving skills
- Integrate contemporary technologies and real‑world applications into teaching and learning
- 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.
Work Requirements
- Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
- Demonstrate a passion for STEM education and contemporary pedagogical practices.
What we offer
- Financial allowance applying to regional areas
- Financial incentives and accommodation applying to more remote locations
- Fitness Passport Membership available
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- 12.75% employer superannuation contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability may also be applicable)
- 14 weeks’ paid parental leave
- Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan.
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