Job details Position status Permanent,Temporary Position type Full-time,Part-time Occupational group Education & Training Classification Teacher Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld Job ad reference QLD/FNQ/CASSOWARY_COAST Closing date Ongoing Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration Ongoing opportunities Contact person FNQ Teacher Recruitment Team Contact details 07 4037 3994 Access the National Relay Service ADVENTURE AWAITS ON THE Cassowary Coast Imagine a less hurried lifestyle in a small rural town to the south of Cairns. Just a stones throw away from some of Australia's most stunning beaches and right on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, you'll find plenty to occupy your weekends. Explore our Cassowary Coast schools HERE Teaching Opportunities in the Cassowary Coast area Want to be considered for ALL opportunities in the Far North Queensland Region? CLICK HERE LOCATION PROFILE Running south from Cairns to Cardwell is a magical strip of coastline known as the Cassowary Coast, one of FNQ's hidden gems Bordered by the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this is a stunning place to call home. Weekends are for adventure, and you'll find plenty of opportunities to explore your backyard without having to travel too far. There are islands for camping and hiking, and beaches for an extra dose of vitamin sea. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS While the base salary range for teachers is the same across the state; rural, remote and even regional locations provide additional financial benefits and incentives that are above and beyond the base salary. Refer to the Teach Queensland Pay, Benefits and Incentives. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE The Queensland Department of Education offers generous relocation assistance to teachers and their families relocating to the Tablelands area. CLICK HERE for more information on Transfer and Appointment Expenses. SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT ASSISTANCE There are a number of scholarships and grants available For more information and to be notified when scholarship and grant applications open, CLICK HERE MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Applicants for this position must possess: An application for teacher employment. Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. An Exemption card issued by Blue Card Services for schools with a State Delivered Kindergarten on site TO APPLY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: Attach a brief resume, contact details for two referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor) and a maximum one page written response outlining the skills and knowledge you will bring to the role. Pre-Service & Beginning Teachers are encouraged to supply their most recent practicum report and academic transcript for the last completed study period (unofficial is fine). 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 Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Suitable applications will remain on file for 12 months and may be considered for other teaching vacancies in any school location. Documents Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below. 2021 Living and Working in our Far North Queensland Rural and Remote Communities (PDF, 6.33MB) Information Package for Applicants Teacher Role Description - FNQ REGION EOI (PDF, 264KB) Role Description