Located in the beautiful rainforest village of Paluma, north of Townsville, the Paluma Environmental Education Centre provides engaging, hands-on learning experiences that connect students with nature. Through immersive outdoor programs and environmental education, the centre inspires curiosity, sustainability, and a lifelong appreciation for the natural world.

Job details

This unique teaching opportunity at Paluma Environmental Education Centre involves delivering residential school camps, excursions, leadership programs, and curriculum-aligned learning experiences for students from schools across North Queensland. Based between Townsville and Paluma, the role includes overnight stays during residential programs and offers the chance to work with a wide range of students in an active, outdoor learning environment. Suitable for adaptable teachers from any teaching background, this position provides valuable experience in outdoor and environmental education while working as part of a supportive and collaborative team.

Along with our site in Paluma, we also operate from an administration office located at Vincent State School, allowing easier access to local schools and less travel away for teachers based in the Townsville area.

If you are up for an adventure and keen to guide students outdoors, this position is for you!

Current Opportunities:

• Outdoor Education - Prep-Year 12 (Temporary, 13/07/2026 - 18/09/2026)

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing support
• Shared accommodation based in Paluma available

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: To know more, visit the centre's website 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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