Mount Gravatt State High School is a co-educational State Secondary school situated in the southern suburb of Mt Gravatt, located about 10 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD. Founded in 1960, Mount Gravatt State High School has a strong academic tradition and is highly regarded for its outstanding culture of learning, high standards and expectations, inclusiveness and sense of community while being contemporary, futures focused and providing many opportunities to promote personal growth and global citizenship. The school motto, 'Digna Petamus' (Let us seek worthy things), is reflected in all that we do and the 4 Pillars of Learning: Academic, Cultural, Sport and Community defines our commitment to excellence, opportunity and challenge for every child to have a sense of belonging and pride.

Job details

2027 Opportunities:

• Teacher - Specialist Mathematics / Mathematical Methods - Year 11-12, Temporary from 21/01/2027 until 25/03/2027
• Teacher - Science / Chemistry - Year 7-12, Temporary from 22/01/2027 until 25/03/2027 

As a teacher at Mount Gravatt State High School you will have responsibility for, but not limited to, the following:

• Thinking strategically and innovatively in the approach to curriculum, pedagogy and staff professional growth to ensure continuous improvement of the school's educational programs
• Supporting the Learning progression for all students within a framework of equity and excellence
• Implementing the appropriate Curriculum QCAA syllabus with fidelity
  •    Ensuring a consistent approach to pedagogy to reduce variance of impacts
  •    Strengthening high performance in senior outcomes
  •    Implementing the school's explicit improvement agenda
  •    Being a highly engaged member of the faculty based professional learning teams.
  •    Developing teaching strategies that respond to the literacy, numeracy and cognitive demands of the curriculum
  •    Embedding of the Mount Gravatt High Approach to Pedagogy
  •    Implementing the Mount Gravatt High Curriculum Planning Process

Why Mount Gravatt State High School ?

• Positive and supportive school culture: The school prioritises student and teacher wellbeing, resilience and mutual respect, creating a welcoming environment where teachers feel valued and supported.
• Commitment to inclusive and quality education: The school recognises student diversity and promotes a safe, respectful learning environment where every student has opportunities to grow and succeed. 
• Collaborative approach to student success: Teachers work collaboratively to support students' academic, social and emotional development while fostering a growth mindset, connectedness and active citizenship.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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 Mount Gravatt State High School here 

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

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

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.

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