Pine Rivers Special School is seeking a passionate and committed Special Education Teacher (Prep–Year 12) to join our dynamic and highly supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs while delivering engaging, individualised learning programs within a collaborative special school environment.

Job details

At Pine Rivers Special School, we are committed to delivering personalised, high-quality educational programs that empower every student to achieve their full potential. Our teachers design meaningful, authentic learning experiences that foster communication, independence, problem-solving, and lifelong learning. Working alongside experienced teacher aides, therapists, families, and multidisciplinary professionals, you will play a key role in supporting students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while preparing them for successful post-school pathways.

The role: 

• This role involves planning, delivering, and assessing differentiated learning programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum for students with complex learning, communication, and support needs. The successful applicant will design engaging inquiry and project-based learning experiences that connect learning to real-world contexts while supporting students to develop communication, collaboration, independence, and problem-solving skills. Experience developing personalised learning goals, implementing individual curriculum plans, and using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems will be highly regarded.

Why Pine Rivers Special School? 

• A welcoming and collaborative school culture where innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement are valued.
• A strong commitment to inquiry and project-based learning that creates authentic, meaningful learning experiences for students.
• A highly collaborative multidisciplinary team working alongside teacher aides, therapists, families, and specialist staff to achieve the best outcomes for every student.
• Supportive leadership that prioritises mentoring, coaching, and professional growth for all teachers.

What We Offer

• Dedicated mentoring and support for all new teachers.
• Regular collaborative planning, co-teaching, and coaching alongside experienced educators and specialist staff.
• Access to ongoing professional learning in special education, inquiry learning, AAC, and inclusive teaching practices.
• A positive and supportive workplace where teachers are valued, encouraged, and supported to develop expertise and progress their careers.

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

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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

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