Berrinba East State School is situated in Berrinba, Logan City. It's located south of Brisbane, approximately 21 km from the CBD. Berrinba is a residential and rural area, with substantial commercial land use, and some industrial areas. Berrinba is named from an Aboriginal word meaning 'to the south'. The school was established in 1977. School facilities comprise 25 classrooms, specialist science and music facilities, media room, library and hall. The grounds feature significant trees, native gardens and active play areas. Berrinba East State School celebrates a diverse mix of students. Of our 500 students, approximately 54% come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, with 42% who are Pacific Islanders, predominantly Samoan. We have 8% who are Indigenous and approximately 11% who are verified with a disability. The focus at Berrinba East State School is to provide a child-focussed environment that engages and empowers all to achieve personal excellence in an atmosphere of respect and honesty. The school is committed to continuous improvement and a very strong belief that every child can learn. Teaching in Queensland: The department is responsible for the delivery of quality education services to all Queensland students in state schools and recognises teachers and their commitment to teaching through a range of rewards and benefits. To find out more click here. Applicants for these positions must possess: A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications. Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Pre-service/graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please CLICK HERE. In addition to registration, teachers working in Education and Care Services (including State Delivered Kindergarten programs) require an exemption card issued by Blue Card Services. For more information on blue cards and exemption cards, please CLICK HERE. Employment for pre-service/graduate teachers will be subject to the successful completion of a relevant teaching qualification and meeting the minimum requirements as a teacher with the department. How to apply: Please note: If you are Permanent Teacher with the Department of Education, you must have your current Principal's endorsement to apply for this position. Click the Green 'Apply online' button below A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history) a one page response to the attached role description. Pre-service teachers are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study 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.