Teacher - Primary, Prep - 6, Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy (Coen Campus)

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Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy, Far North Queensland

The Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy (CYAAA) is a partnership between the Department of Education and Good to Great Schools. Our vision is to deliver "best of both worlds" educational opportunities to our students, supporting their bicultural identity while preparing them for future success.

Our education model is driven by a focus on the child and a belief that successful outcomes can be achieved for every child. Enjoy the benefits of teaching in a supportive community with access to great incentives.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Far North Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/650413/25
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 2026 opportunities available
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

The Coen Campus is located at the northern end of the Great Dividing Range in the small township of Coen, along the Peninsula Development Road (PDR), and is surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes. The community is approximately 240 km from Laura and 580 km north-west of Cairns.

Our approach to education is centred on each child, underpinned by the belief that every student can achieve success. This is supported through two key priorities:

• Effective teaching, delivered through high-quality programs, ongoing professional learning, and a strong commitment to continuous school improvement; and
• Student wellbeing, supported by the Every Child is Special program, which is evidence-based and promotes strong family and community engagement.

We are currently seeking a Primary (Prep–6) Teacher to join our school in a full-time, permanent capacity. This is a great opportunity for a passionate teacher to contribute to a supportive school environment and have a lasting impact on students' lives!

Why Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy?

• We invest in developing and implementing quality programs that respond to the needs of our students and continue to develop our highly skilled teaching team.
• You will have access to our Mastery Teaching Pathway (MTP), a unique professional learning platform that provides certified school improvement training and coaching to school leaders, coaches, teachers and teaching assistants. It links to the Australian National Leadership and Teaching Professional (AITSL) leadership and teaching standards.
• The learning you do will enable you to practice effective teaching and coaching that you can apply to any pedagogy, curriculum or education program in any classroom in any Australian school.

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing support

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 Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy 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.

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