Teacher - Special Education, Coomera State Special School

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Coomera State Special School, South East Region

Coomera State Special School is a Queensland public special school supporting students from Prep to Year 12 with significant intellectual disabilities. The school provides personalised learning in a nurturing and inclusive environment, working closely with families and the community. It is located in Coomera, a rapidly growing suburb in the northern Gold Coast region of South East Queensland.

Job details

Position status

Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Full-time

Occupational group

Education & Training

Classification

Teacher

Workplace Location

Gold Coast

Job ad reference

QLD/676384/26

Closing date

02-Feb-2026

Yearly salary

$76963 - $123102

Fortnightly salary

$2950.00 - $4718.50

Total remuneration

Salary Other

Job duration

22-01-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined

Contact person

Kate Hucker

Contact details

07 5555 2333 Access the National Relay Service

We are recruiting dedicated teachers to join our close-knit team at Coomera State Special School, supporting students from Prep to Year 12. Whether you are a graduate, early career teacher, or an experienced educator seeking meaningful work in special education, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Ability to plan and deliver inclusive, differentiated teaching and learning programs aligned to the Australian Curriculum, including adjusted and alternative pathways, with a focus on students engaging below foundation level
• Experience developing and implementing Individual Curriculum Plans (ICPs) or personalised learning plans
• Strong capacity to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, teacher aides, and specialist staff

Highly Desirable:

• Experience teaching in a special school, special education unit, or inclusive education setting
• Experience supporting students with disability, including intellectual disability, autism, and/or complex needs
• Knowledge or experience using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
• Experience working alongside allied health professionals
• Willingness to contribute to whole-school initiatives and improvement agendas

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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 Coomera State Special School website here

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.