$98,944 - $128,013 + Super + Salary Packaging We want teachers with a passion for education and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of young learners. Whether you are newly graduated or are experienced, primary or secondary trained, if your practice is founded on unconditional positive regard and the belief that young people can reengage with learning and experience success through a strengthsbased approach to education then this role may be for you! Crave smaller class sizes, manageable hours and generous remuneration? If this is you and you are a primary or secondary schooltrained registered teacher passionate about reengaging students with learning, we would like to meet you. Recent growth means that we have a vacant position at our Southport campus. Graduates through to highly experienced teachers are welcome to apply. Our highly experienced teaching team is supported by a Head of School, Assistant Heads of School, Education Support Assistants, and Welfare Officers. The role will commence in 2026. Indie School provides students the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment using individualised learning and education plans, tailored to each student''s own education and life circumstances. Smaller class sizes allow students greater opportunity to identify their strengths and work to improve areas in which they lack confidence. The greatest difference between Indie School and many other alternative education settings is that our foundations lie in Adult Education philosophies. Choice, independence, mutual respect and accountability all have a significant role to play. In return for higher levels of selfresponsibility, the students can enjoy some greater freedoms. Our schools are located in areas of socioeconomic disadvantage, and we work with students who have found it difficult to engage with mainstream education for a variety of reasons. Our aim is to reengage students with learning, improve literacy and numeracy skills and focus on the next step in the learning journey for each student: be that a desire to return to mainstream, pursue a TAFE/RTO pathway or to get ready for the workforce. Our shared mission is to respond to the learning needs of Australian communities in a positive manner, underpinned by strong corporate governance and financial management. Our core values of respect,innovation,self development,andteamwork underpin every aspect of our work. Core Workplace Objectives Preparation and delivery of programs in line with appropriate curriculum. Enhancing effectiveness in the classroom through improved teacher knowledge, practice and professional engagement in order to achieve improved standards of teaching and learning. Ensuring the most effective use of time and resources in the delivery of classes aligned to students individual learning and pathways plans. Promoting the schools alternative educational and strengths based model to ensure student goals and personal outcomes are achieved with the focus on Changing the Lives of Young People Workplace Tasking & Key Responsibilities Teaching duties are aligned to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Key duties of the teacher may include but are not limited to: Writing curriculum that provides adjustments for students (this requires an understanding of QLD curricula; understanding of the QLD curriculum F10 will be highly regarded). Planning, writing and delivering structured lessons that differentiate and personalise the learning for each student. Embedding best practice pedagogy into lesson plans to engage students. Working collaboratively in a small team to implement feedback. Embracing opportunities to participate in coaching and mentoring programs. Supporting students with a range of learning needs, including disabilities, behavioural disturbances, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, low levels of literacy/numeracy, and mental illness. This includes personalising the learning for individual students pursuant to the levels of adjustment of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). Collaborating to write Individual Learning Plans for all students. Embedding the strategies from Individual Learning Plans in lessons to support the needs of the student. Providing timely and specific feedback to students to support learning growth (particularly through formative assessment practices). Assessing and reporting student achievement and progress. Behaviour management (including an understanding of traumainformed practice or a willingness to gain this knowledge). Building positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries. Supporting students to experience success. Essential requirements to verify before commencement Annual National Police Check (issued in the 3months prior to appointment) Hold a current QCT registration (QLD) Benefits and Perks As a registered Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), we offer access to tax effective packaging via Maxxia: up to $15,900 per (FBT) year (plus up to $2,650 for meals & entertainment) to significantly boost your takehome pay! 15 days of paid personal leave, plus comprehensive paid parental leave provisions. Annual professional development allocation and study time during work hours. Unlimited access to a complimentary wellness program via Sonder for both you and your immediate family, featuring confidential, professional counselling, diverse mental health resources, and broader wellbeing initiatives designed to support personal and family resilience. Travel opportunities to visit other sites across Australia. Uniform, laptop and mobile phone provided. Large national organisation with internal mobility opportunities. Remuneration Level 12 Level 18 (AWCC Enterprise Agreement 20222025 ) $98,944 $128,013 per annum, plus superannuation based on training and experience. Ready to Apply Clicking Apply will redirect you to Indie School''s recruitment portal. From there, click the Apply again to start your application. For any enquiries please contact Etueni Tiumalu, Head of School via email: [emailprotected] . Please apply by COB 28 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed upon submission. Interviews and appointment may occur prior to close date. Commitment to Safety & Inclusion Indie Education is proud to be a childsafe organisation committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students. Before applying, we ask that you are aware of the following: Child safety and wellbeing policy Child safety code of conduct Commitment to Child Safety These can be located on the Website Indie embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Unlock job insights AI Job match analysis Salary match Number of applicants Indie Education is an educational hub and home to a family of training and educational programs. Indie has site locations throughout Australia. Indie School: Registered and accredited nongovernment schools providing alternative education for young people aged 1518. Indie College: a notforprofit Registered Training Organisation (RTO) where Coaches deliver accredited training designed to improve literacy and numeracy skills leading towards employment focused outcomes. Indie Academy: a school for 1925 year olds who want to complete their senior schooling education. Aware: a registered NDIS provider offering training, lifestyle and supported employment programs for adults with disability. Indie Education is an educational hub and home to a family of training and educational programs. Indie has site locations throughout Australia. Indie School: Registered and accredited nongovernment schools providing alternative education for young people aged 1518. Indie College: a notforprofit Registered Training Organisation (RTO) where Coaches deliver accredited training designed to improve literacy and numeracy skills leading towards employment focused outcomes. Indie Academy: a school for 1925 year olds who want to complete their senior schooling education. Aware: a registered NDIS provider offering training, lifestyle and supported employment programs for adults with disability. Perks and benefits PBI Salary Packaging: $15,900 Living Expenses PBI Salary Packaging: $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Uniforms provided 15 days Personal Leave Parental Leave provisions Internal mobility opportunities Employee Wellbeing Program | Sonder To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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