Teachers

Complement your existing teaching portfolio with the enriching experience of an independent school for the Peak body of Autism in the state.

Are you a Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our independent P-12 school in beautiful Brighton, where small class sizes and a collaborative team environment allow you to truly connect with students and support their growth.

You will be working with a strong inter-disciplinary team of Teachers, Teacher Aides and Allied Health Professionals. Working in a collaborative, supporting environment tapping into our market leading research to provide quality education and support to autistic students.

About the Roles

Role 1

We are seeking a teacher to work in a permanent full-time position within our primary years school. This may suit a teacher with primary/upper primary experience and are open to applications from candidates with junior secondary experience as well.

Role 2

We’re seeking a dedicated Teacher for a part-time position (5 days per fortnight) providing encouraging support to our high school and primary school classes.

As a teacher, you’ll support the planning, teaching and assessment in an alternative, flexible model of learning for autistic students, embracing a holistic, strengths-based, and neuroaffirming approach as we strive to empower each student to thrive in an environment that fosters their individual growth

What is in it for you?

• Permanent teaching opportunity with an independent school.
• Teach small classes of 6–8 students
• Work in a flexible, strengths-based, and neuroaffirming learning model
• Collaborate across campuses with therapists, behaviour specialists, and wellbeing professionals
• Be part of a growing and supportive school community.

“I’ve found a better way here. It’s not an easy job. I could get an easier job at a teaching gig somewhere else, but more valuable and rewarding, I’m not sure.”

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging including entertainment card benefits.
• Experience work-life balance with paid school holiday breaks for permanent teaching roles.
• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family!
• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance options, with singles through to family coverage options available.
• Gain meaningful experience through empowering autistic people, their families, carers, and the wider community.
•  AQ Brighton campus is committed to providing opportunities for supported professional growth, ensuring every team member can reach their full potential.
• Connect to a range of services with AccessEAP including counselling, nutritional, legal and financial professionals.
• Regular working hours+ No evenings or weekends!
• Be recognised for the difference you make through our Recognition and Rewards Program and AQ Annual Excellence Awards.

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in Education and/or Special Education.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
• Experience working with school-aged autistic children.
• Understanding of inclusive education practices and diverse learning needs.

Are you ready to start helping Autism Queensland make an impact and change lives?

Complement your existing teaching portfolio with the enriching experience of an independent school for the Peak body of Autism in the state.

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.