Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator

Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator

Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Biology, Earth and Environmental Science, Science

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 14 April 2026

Are you a passionate educator committed to shaping the next generation of ecological stewards? Freshwater Christian College is seeking a dynamic and visionary Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator to lead the pedagogical and curricular integration of sustainability across our Secondary School (Years 7–12).

Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator

Commencing Term 1 2027 | Full-time

Are you a passionate educator committed to shaping the next generation of ecological stewards? Freshwater Christian College is seeking a dynamic and visionary Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator to lead the pedagogical and curricular integration of sustainability across our Secondary School (Years 7–12).

This is a leadership role of added responsibility, held in conjunction with a classroom teaching position.

The Role

As the Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator, you will report directly to the Head of Secondary and work closely with the curriculum and pedagogy team.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Instructional Leadership: Audit and refine the 7–12 scope and sequence to ensure sustainability is authentically embedded in all Learning Areas, from Mathematics to Humanities.
• Student Agency: Mentor a high-profile student leadership group, empowering them to lead peer-to-peer campaigns and global citizenship initiatives.
• Innovative Pedagogy: Model inquiry-based and service-learning models that challenge students to solve real-world environmental problems.
• Theological Alignment: Weave environmental education together with the College’s Christian values, focusing on the biblical mandate to care for the Earth.

Nature of Appointment

• Commencing 15 January 2027, this position is full-time.
• This role includes an active classroom teaching component.
• A dedicated non-contact time allowance and a financial leadership loading are provided in recognition of the added responsibilities of this position.
• Relocation allowance may also be available.

About You

We are looking for a collaborative leader who is deeply aligned with the Christian values and educational philosophy of Freshwater Christian College.

Essential Criteria:

• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration, or the ability to obtain.
• Full alignment with the Christian values, virtues, and Statement of Faith of Freshwater Christian College.
• Demonstrated expertise in the Australian Curriculum and successful experience in collaborative secondary environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Highly Regarded:

• Postgraduate studies in Education.
• Proven success in implementing Project-Based Learning (PBL) in a secondary setting.

Why Join Freshwater?

Community: Work in a "village feel" environment where relationships are prioritised, and staff are genuinely supported.

Purpose: Use your scientific expertise to empower students to understand and care for the world around them.

Environment: Teach at our unique, lush tropical campus in Cairns—a living laboratory at your doorstep.

How to apply

Click on this link to apply now https://forms.gle/5dx7L9gj2FgNREy9A

Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator Job Description

Secondary Teacher Job Description

Applications close 8 am, 14 April 2026.

*Freshwater Christian College is committed to student safety and wellbeing. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough screening process.*

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