Introduction Indie School, Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Teacher to fill a fixed‑term appointment commencing in Term 4, 2025. Whether you are newly graduated or are experienced, primary or secondary trained, if your practice is founded on unconditional positive regard and the belief that young people can re-engage with learning and experience success through a strengths-based approach to education then this role may be for you! Indie School provides young people with the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment using the principles of adult education: agency, independence, mutual respect and accountability. Small classes, individual plans, expertly created units of work, and specialised staff, assist our students to use their strengths to develop understanding and skills in their areas of challenge. As an independent special assistance school with a growing national network of campuses, Indie School aims to reengage students with learning, improve their literacy and numeracy skills and help them to find their future pathway, whether it be returning to a mainstream school, engaging in post-secondary study, or joining the workforce. If you would like to join a dynamic community of educators seeking to change the lives of young people lesson by lesson, we encourage you to apply for a position with us! Core Workplace Objectives Preparation and delivery of programs in line with appropriate curriculum. Enhancing effectiveness in the classroom through improved teacher knowledge, practice and professional engagement in order to achieve improved standards of teaching and learning. Ensuring the most effective use of time and resources in the delivery of classes aligned to student’s individual learning and pathways plans. Promoting the school’s alternative educational and strengths based model to ensure student goals and personal outcomes are achieved with the focus on “Changing the Lives of Young People” Workplace Tasking & Key Responsibilities Teaching duties are aligned to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Key duties of the teacher may include but are not limited to: Writing curriculum that provides adjustments for students (this requires an understanding of the QLD curriculum). Planning, writing and delivering structured lessons that differentiate and personalise the learning for each student. Embedding best practice pedagogy into lesson plans to engage students. Working collaboratively in a small team to implement feedback. Embracing opportunities to participate in coaching and mentoring programs. Supporting students with a range of learning needs, including disabilities, behavioural disturbances, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, low levels of literacy/numeracy, and mental illness. This includes personalising the learning for individual students pursuant to the levels of adjustment of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). Collaborating to write Individual Plans for all students Embedding the strategies from Individual Plans in lessons to support the needs of the student Providing timely and specific feedback to students to support learning growth (particularly through formative assessment practices). Assessing and reporting student achievement and progress Behaviour management (including an understanding of trauma-informed practice, or a willingness to gain this knowledge) Building positive relationships with students, while maintaining professional boundaries Supporting students to experience success Essential Requirements: Annual National Police Check Hold a current QCT registration Benefits and Perks: Fixed-Term Full time position Annual professional development allocation and study time during work hours. 15 days of paid personal leave, plus comprehensive paid parental leave provisions. Uniform, laptop and mobile phone provided. As a registered Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), we offer access to tax effective packaging via Maxxia: up to $15,900 per (FBT) year (plus up to $2,650 for meals & entertainment) to significantly boost your take-home pay! Unlimited access to a complimentary wellness program via Sonder for both you and your immediate family, featuring confidential, professional counselling, diverse mental health resources, and broader wellbeing initiatives designed to support personal and family resilience Remuneration : Level 12 – Level 18 (AWCC Enterprise Agreement 2022-2025) $95,593 - $123,690 super based on training and experience. Ready to Apply: Submit your application via SEEK’s ‘Apply’ button, which will redirect you to Indie School's recruitment portal. For any enquiries please contact Richard Hardy, Head of School via email (richard.hardy@indie.edu.au). Please apply by COB 12 October 2025. Applications will be reviewed upon submission and interviews and appointment may occur prior to close date. Commitment to Safety & Inclusion: Indie Education is proud to be a child-safe organisation committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students. Applicants should familiarise themselves with our child safety policy, code of conduct, and commitment to child safety, available on our website. Indie embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.