Teacher - Primary (STEM) and Years 7 - 10 Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production), Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA)

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Queensland Virtual Academy, Metropolitan South Region

Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA) is an innovative online education institution providing high-quality virtual education across Queensland utilising a statewide, cohesive approach to increasing equity in student access to curriculum pathways, learning opportunities, and teaching expertise. You will join an established and supportive team committed to high-quality virtual learning. As part of this collaborative state-wide team, you will plan, deliver, and refine teaching programs tailored to learner needs. You'll also work closely with classroom teachers, school leaders, and QVA colleagues to support student engagement, achievement, and success.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time,Part-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East
• Job ad reference: QLD/668315/25
• Closing date: 21-Nov-2025
• Yearly salary: $74146 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2842.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 22-01-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Bec MOORE
• Contact details: Bec.MOORE@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Current Opportunities:

Science - Year 4 - 6 (Two positions available)

Solid Pathways - STEM is an innovative program specifically designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The objective is to support, nurture and encourage high achieving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student to continue their academic success.  The program uses online classrooms enabling delivery to a vast number of students across the State.  Students participating in the program from Year 4-6 have the opportunity to explore STEM in culturally responsive ways, developing skills and knowledge specifically designed to meet the needs of each year level cohort.

As the Teacher for Solid Pathways-STEM you will be part of a small teaching team lead by a Deputy Principal. As part of this teaching role you will have:

• an understanding of STEM subject matters as outlined in the P-6 Australian Curriculum and how it impacts the lives of students
• enthusiasm and openness to learning in this constantly developing field
• Write materials and resources that support high quality teaching practice, instructional leadership and school community partnerships
• Work with other team members to plan, design and write teaching and learning material and resources for use in various educational environments
• Use and model effective and productive work practices enabled by digital technologies
• Demonstrate a high level of commitment to developing performance and knowledge of teaching, learning and school improvement
• The duties of this position involve communication with and support for Aboriginal students and Torres Strait Islander students and their families. It is not mandatory for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person to fill this position
• This is a Central Office project, however the position is located at the Warilda Conference Centre, Wooloowin, unless otherwise determined to meet the Department's needs
• The role may require teachers to attend and supervise students at extra curricula activities

Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production & Food Specialisations) - Year 7-10 (One position available)

This exciting opportunity involves collaboratively developing high-quality on-demand curriculum resources to support beginning and inexperienced teachers. The role requires subject expertise in Years 7–10 Design and Technologies, with a focus on Food and Fibre Production and Food Specialisations. Working alongside curriculum experts and production teams, you will create quality-assured learning episodes, teaching materials, and engaging digital content to enhance teaching and learning across Queensland schools. The position also includes supporting the state-wide delivery of QVA On-demand learning materials, developing Australian Curriculum v9 resources, designing innovative and future-focused learning solutions, and coaching and mentoring early-career Design and Technologies teachers both virtually and face-to-face.

As part of this teaching role you will have:

• experience enacting curriculum in line with the K-12 Curriculum, assessment and reporting framework
• expertise in the development and teaching of Australian Curriculum Years 7-10 Design and Technologies: Food and fibre production, and Food specialisations
• ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• experience in resource production or the capability to acquire skills and knowledge in this area
• proven capability in coaching and mentoring teachers, particularly inexperienced or beginning teachers in the effective delivery of the Australian Curriculum, and
• a strong interest in digitally-enabled learning approaches including the use of QLearn

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Please provide your resume including two professional referees and a suitability statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role

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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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