Year 3 Classroom Teacher

Contract Dates: 20 July 2026 to 14 January 2028 

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term

This position holds a full time permanent Teaching position within the Cairns Diocese. 

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE Gross per annum plus 12.75% superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm, Thursday July 2, 2026

Mother of Good Counsel School is a parish based Primary School situated in North Cairns, which strives to foster successful learning based on the Gospel values and the tradition of the Mercy Sisters. Mother of Good Counsel School, North Cairns has a strong record of success in achieving good academic outcomes in Literacy and Numeracy. Our whole school approach to research based best practice and pedagogy by staff, strong parental support and up-to-date learning facilities contribute to this success.

As a Teacher you will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  Teacher Position Description.pdf

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Fitness Passport Memberships available 
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
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