Inspire change and brighter futures by teaching and mentoring young people in a supportive, learning centred environment.

• Deliver expert care predominantly to First Nations Secondary students
• Be supported by strong leadership in a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive environment
• Work collaboratively, focusing on quality education, wellbeing, and Christian values

Term 3 / as soon as practical | 08.15am – 2.45pm

About The Role

Carinity Education Shalom is seeking a Secondary Teacher to support young people (Years 7–12) . This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by delivering targeted, student-centred learning within a supportive, trauma-informed environment.

In this role, you will play a key part in helping students engage with education, build confidence, and work towards achieving their personal and academic goals. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to creating a safe, inclusive school culture where every student is supported to succeed.

Your Day-to-day Will Involve

• Develop and implement engaging learning aligned to the Australian Curriculum v9
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with students, supporting their wellbeing and growth
• Guide classroom behaviour using calm, consistent and trauma-informed approaches
• Work closely with Youth Workers and support staff to respond to student needs
• Collaborate with families, carers and external services to support student outcomes
• Participate in team planning, case discussions and school activities
• Monitor attendance, track progress and maintain accurate student records

About You

You are a passionate and adaptable educator who is committed to supporting young people to re-engage with learning and achieve their goals. You build strong, respectful relationships across the school community and bring a calm, compassionate approach particularly when working with students at risk.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside youth workers and support staff to provide consistent, student-centred support. With strong communication and organisational skills, you’re confident delivering quality learning, engaging and purposeful instruction, and contributing to a safe, inclusive school culture aligned with Carinity’s values: Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Engage positively.

In addition,

• Qualified and a QCT registered teacher
• Strong classroom practice, high expectations teaching, culturally responsive and trauma-informed pedagogy.
• Possession of valid Driver’s Licence
• Alignment with Carinity’s Christian ethos and values of compassion, respect and teamwork

See more here - https://carinity.qld.edu.au/shalom/ or to view our Shalom promotion video, click here: Carinity Education Shalom in Townsville NAIDOC Celebration 2022 - YouTube .

The Benefits Of Joining The Carinity Team

We’re part of Carinity, a not-for-profit Christian organisation committed to creating communities where people are loved, accepted and supported to reach their full potential. Our expansive school offers Community oriented learning within a close knit professional team.

• At Carinity we acknowledge the need to balance your work and personal life and are genuinely committed to this.
• On-going professional development and training.
• Appealing not-for-profit (PBI) salary packaging options.
• Access to an employee assistance program.
• Legitimate chance to make a real difference to the community, every day.

How do I apply?

Click “Apply” and you will be redirected to Carinity’s website, which will contain more information on Carinity and this position, including the Position Description. We look forward to receiving your application.

Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Attachments

• Carinity Education PD - Teacher.docx