Contract Dates: 11 July 2026 to 15 January 2027 (Semester 2, 2026) 

Employment Type:  Full Time, Fixed Term Middle Leader Position (possibility of extension with successful performance appraisal)  
The position holds a substantive permanent teaching position with the Diocese of Cairns. 

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 - Proficient 4 $107,988 FTE gross per annum, plus applicable Middle Leader Tier 2C allowance $16,274 gross per annum FTE OR
Proficient 5 and above: $140,998 FTE gross per annum  

Closing Date for Applications: 6:00pm, Sunday 17 May 2026 

Please note applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity. Previous applicants need not re-apply.

St Monica's College, Cairns

The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade.  St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions.  As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes.  During the last few years, the College has undertaken a significant building project to compliment its two heritage buildings.  Reinforcing our strong Mercy tradition all of the buildings are named after Sisters of Mercy.  We are the only all female school in the Cairns region with an enrolment of over 690 students.  Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

About the Role

The college is currently accepting applications for a Food, Textiles and Digital Technology Curriculum Middle Leader on a fixed-term contract. A substantive permanent teaching position is attached to this role.

The role of the Curriculum Middle Leader Food, Textiles and Digital Technology is to support the mission of the College through leadership of the learning and teaching programs of the Technology curriculum including Food Technology, Textiles (Sewing), Digital Technology, Design and Cert III Hospitality. This involves developing appropriate curriculum in line with National, State and Diocesan requirements; ensuring that appropriate pedagogies are developed and implemented at all levels; monitoring the quality of student learning and the effectiveness of teacher practice through appropriate supervision; utilising thorough analysis of current data to inform decisions; building appropriate partnerships within and outside of the school; and prudently administering available resources. Curriculum Middle Leaders are accountable to and under the direction of the Assistant Principal - Curriculum. An ability to teach Food Technology, Textiles (Sewing) and Certificate III in Hospitality highly desirable. Please note: This is not an eLearning role.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Curriculum Middle Leader - Food & Textiles and Digital Technology.pdf

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

Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate. 

Work Requirements

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

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.

Enquiries:

Principal
Leanne Webster
P:  07 4042 4800
E:  smc.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Catholic Education promotes a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.