Looking for a role where you can truly make your mark? Duaringa State School offers a unique small-school experience where your impact is real, your connections are strong, and no two days are the same. Step into a welcoming rural community and enjoy a rewarding, hands-on teaching journey!

Job details

Duaringa State School is seeking a motivated and adaptable teacher to join our small, supportive rural school community. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong classroom management, build positive relationships with students, and deliver engaging learning aligned to the Australian Curriculum. You'll work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute actively to school life, bringing a proactive and flexible approach to teaching across year levels. Experience in multi-age settings or rural schools is valued, along with the confidence to differentiate learning and embrace the rewards of rural living in a welcoming community.

Current Opportunities:

Primary – Year 2-4 commencing 27/04/2026 – 11/12/2026

The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and a genuine commitment to supporting students in a small rural school setting. Strong relationship-building skills and a willingness to contribute to the broader school community are essential. Being organised, approachable, and able to adapt teaching to a range of ages and abilities will ensure success in this role.

Why Duaringa State School?

• Be part of a close-knit, supportive team
  Work alongside dedicated colleagues who collaborate, support one another, and share responsibility for student success.
• Make a meaningful difference every day
  In a small school, every staff member plays a vital role, allowing you to build strong relationships and have a real impact.
• Grow your skills across diverse experiences
  Develop a wide range of teaching and leadership capabilities through multi-age teaching and whole-school involvement.
• Engage with a welcoming community
  Build genuine connections with families and the local community, who value and support the school.
• Access strong support and professional growth
  Benefit from collaborative planning, ongoing professional learning, and opportunities to contribute to school improvement.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation 

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

🔗 Explore the school: Visit the school's website here

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF) 

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)