Junior School Curriculum Coordinators

The Cathedral School isseeking two permanent part-time Curriculum Coordinators to commence in January 2026. The positions are:

• Junior School Curriculum Coordinator - Prep to Year 2 (0.4 FTE)
• Junior School Curriculum Coordinator - Year 2 to Year 6 (0.4 FTE)

The Junior School Curriculum Coordinators will be responsible for promoting the schools commitment to encouraging leadership and innovation in all areas of school practice. The roles will play a critical role in shaping high quality teaching and learning experiences for students from Prep to Year 6. These positions are responsible for leading curriculum design and implementation supporting staff development enhancing student outcomes and fostering meaningful partnerships with families. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements.

Operating within a leader-as-practitioner model the roles balance strategic oversight with active classroom engagement strengthening professional credibility and enabling the modelling of best practice for colleagues.

The key accountabilities for the position are as follows:

Curriculum Leadership - Lead the design implementation and continuous improvement of curriculum and assessment practices for Prep to Year 2 or Year 3 to Year 6 ensuring alignment with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA standards.

Staff Mentoring and Support -Provide coaching and professional development to teaching staff fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.

Student Learning and Intervention: Drive inclusive data-informed teaching practices and coordinate targeted interventions to support diverse student learning needs.

Community Engagement - Build strong partnerships with families through effective communication and support for student transitions and wellbeing.

Administration and Compliance - Oversee curriculum documentation assessment schedules and ensure compliance with regulatory and school policies contributing to broader school improvement initiatives.

Professional Standards

The key accountabilities of the Junior School Teacher are based on theAustralian Professional Standards for Teachers and describe the Professional Knowledge Practice and Professional Engagement required at The Cathedral School.

Professional Knowledge:

• Know students and how they learn.
• Know the content and how to teach it.

Professional Practice

• Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning.
• Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments.
• Assess provide feedback and report on student learning.

Professional Engagement

• Engage in professional learning.
• Engage professionally with colleagues parents/carers and the community.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Primary) or a degree qualification supported by a post-graduate diploma or degree in teaching or education.
• Current teaching registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and student success.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Ability to use student data in support of an evidence-based approach to innovation and quality.
• Ability to integrate technology into learning programs and lesson delivery for the enhancement of teacher and student outcomes.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative school community.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Modern facilities and access to teaching resources.
• Salary of $36920 for a 1st year teacher and $53400 for a teacher with 8 years teaching experience working a 0.4 FTE.

About the school

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James locatedin Mundingburra is Townsvilles only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhoodto Year 12 and boarding students from Year 7 to 12. The school is set amongst a lagoon and lush tropical rain trees creating a wonderful canvas toinspirelearning and creativity. At Cathedral we educate for life-long success. We know that this requires a well-rounded education and a focus ondeveloping the whole person by nurturing the body and spirit as well as the are excited about the future and cherish the opportunity to invest in the leaders of tomorrow.

The school provides state-of-the-art facilities flexible learning spaces small class sizes and extensive professional development for staff in a supportive teaching environment. With a clear focus on learning as the core business teachers will be required to provide an individualised and engaging teaching program differentiating for students. The Cathedral School values excellence and connection in all that we do.

Interestedapplicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional communitycan obtain further information by visiting our Employment page at for the Position

Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact. We will assess applications as they arrive so please apply today!

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening referee checks identification verification and will be required to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.