Job Summary
Mathematics & Science Teacher (Years 7-12)
Toogoolawa School is seeking a passionate and skilled Mathematics & Science Teacher to join our dedicated team in 2027.
As a Special Assistance School, Toogoolawa provides education for young people who have experienced significant barriers to learning. Our students thrive when supported by strong relationships, high expectations, and innovative teaching approaches. This is an opportunity to work in a school where staff are empowered to focus on student growth, wellbeing and genuine educational engagement.
Why Toogoolawa?
We recognise that attracting and retaining exceptional teachers requires more than simply offering a teaching position.
At Toogoolawa, we provide:
- Above Education Queensland salary rates
- A 9-day fortnight, with the 10th day dedicated to planning and preparation
- Significantly higher non-contact time than typically available in mainstream schools
- Daily catered lunches
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential wellbeing support
- Small class sizes and relationship-based learning
- A collaborative, supportive and values-driven team culture
- Opportunities to contribute to innovative educational practice
About the Role
The successful applicant will:
- Deliver engaging Mathematics and Science programs to secondary students.
- Differentiate curriculum to meet diverse learning needs.
- Build positive and respectful relationships with young people.
- Undertake Home Room Teacher responsibilities, serving as a consistent point of contact for a small group of students and supporting their engagement, wellbeing and educational progress.
- Support students to develop positive routines, goal-setting skills and readiness for learning.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, youth workers and support staff to support student success.
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Monitor, assess and report on student progress.
- Support students to achieve academic, social and personal growth.
About You
You will be:
- A registered teacher, or eligible for registration, with the Queensland College of Teachers.
- Experienced or confident teaching Mathematics and/or Science in a secondary setting.
- Passionate about supporting young people who may have previously disengaged from education.
- Flexible, resilient and relationship-focused.
- Committed to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
- Able to contribute positively to a collaborative and multidisciplinary team environment.
Experience working with students presenting complex educational, behavioural or wellbeing needs will be highly regarded but is not essential.
Join Our Team
This is a unique opportunity to teach in a highly supportive environment where staff wellbeing is valued and where your work has a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
If you are looking for a teaching role that offers professional fulfilment, exceptional conditions and the opportunity to make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.
