About Us

The Aboriginal & Islander Independent Community School, known as the Murri School, is an independent school established in 1986 out of the vision of Indigenous community members who could see the need for an Indigenous-owned and controlled school. The school has a total enrolment of approximately 280 students in Prep to year 12. This unique P-12 Indigenous learning environment is located in Acacia Ridge, 13 kilometres from the CBD.

About the Position

The Murri School is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated High School Teacher who is committed to excellence in the classroom to join our close-knit community school. This is a contract for the first four weeks of Term Four 2025 (with a possibility of extension) . The subject areas are general. The exact role can be further explained in the contact details below. It is remunerated according to the Aboriginal and Islander Independent Community School Inc. Enterprise Agreement.

The successful applicant must have:

current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers

knowledge and understanding of the Australian Curriculum and experience with planning learning experiences using the Australian Curriculum

strong literacy and numeracy teaching practices to deliver quality learning experiences for the students

an ability to identify and cater for different learning styles

the knowledge and skills to make adjustments to the learning environment to meet the needs of students with a disability

an ability to work in partnership with colleagues, students and parents/carers

In this role, you will be expected to:

Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centered, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices;

Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs using evidence-based pedagogy.

Proactively engage with professional renewal practices to enhance student outcomes; and

Work with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the cultural and community life of the school.

Please send a letter of application, a current resume with two recent references, evidence of qualifications and details of teaching experience to

David Newman (Deputy Principal) [email protected] - 0427766933

Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12 September 2025