Commencing 5th Jan 2026

We are seeking an experienced and committed English and general Subject Teacher for our High School. The role will be 0.8 FTE, worked over 5 days and averaged over the year (due to Main Lesson structure).

The Teacher will:

be guided by the pedagogical vision developed by Birali Steiner School and working with the guidelines of the National Curriculum and the Australian Steiner Curriculum Framework

creatively plan, implement and monitor a quality education program for all children, grounded solidly in the philosophy and principles of Steiner Education

develop and enhance a consistent curriculum framed within Steiner Education Australia (SEA) Curriculum aligned with ACARA and which is delivered with creative freedom, approaching subjects through the realm of art, music, imagination and the oral tradition; and seeking to find fresh connections with his/her subject matter

strive to understand and work with the ethos of Birali Steiner School

demonstrate willingness to seek assistance/guidance from colleagues

collaboratively engage with peers across the School, for the benefit of the school as a whole

be accountable for teaching and pastoral care of their students, working with the other teachers and with conscious awareness of the needs of the children and the role of the parents and guardians in their child's education

demonstrate a strong commitment to and understanding of duty of care, participate actively in the life of the School Community, and demonstrate commitment to ongoing individual and collaborative professional development. Attendance at the annual national Steiner Teacher Intensives in January each year is expected (with costs supported by Birali).

Selection Criteria:

Ability to creatively plan, implement and monitor a quality education program for a diverse cohort of learners in a professional, accountable and timely manner

Demonstrated ability of willingness to work collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues across the school

Demonstrated capacity to duty of care and commitment to the life of the school

Demonstrated commitment to the curriculum, the arts, numeracy, literacy and student engagement

Requirements of the role:

Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCOT)

An understanding of the principles of Steiner education and anthroposophy and a love for children, an enthusiasm for teaching and realistic expectations of children, self, peers and parents and a willingness to deepen this understanding through ongoing professional learning

Minimum 1 year full time classroom teaching experience, preferably in a Steiner School Educational setting

Willingness to engage in a handover and mentoring support from existing staff

Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to ensure delivery of quality education through enhanced relationships with the Birali Steiner School community

About Birali:

Birali Steiner School is a developing, innovative and vibrant Steiner School, in Beachmere just north of Brisbane on Moreton Bay. It presently operates with a Principal, a Leadership Team, Class Teachers, Teacher Aides, an Individual Enrichment Team, Administration Team and Maintenance Team with approximately 160 students (approx. 175 in 2026). The school is accredited P-10 and in 2026 will have classes of Prep, Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6/7, 8/9 and 10. The school is situated on a 26-acre greenfield site with the long-term vision for a K-12 school.

Birali Steiner School has a strong collaborative approach where staff work professionally together for the benefit of the students and the school as a whole. Further information about Birali Steiner School can be found in the Parent Handbook published on our website – Policies, Documents & Reports - Birali Steiner School.

All staff employed by Birali Steiner School are expected to support our Steiner Education philosophy.

Applications must address the above selection criteria and requirements.

Birali Steiner School employs under the conditions in the MA000077: Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020. Birali Steiner School pays above award rates.

Applications and queries can be emailed to [email protected].

Applications close Sunday 30th November, 2025