About St Andrews Lutheran College

St Andrews Lutheran College is an independent, co-educational E–12 school located at the southern end of the Gold Coast, with over 1,400 students from Early Learning to Year 12. We are a Christ-centred community with a mission to strive for excellence in Christian co-education.

Our employee community is a passionate and dedicated team who inspire and nurture confident young people. As employees, our College Mission of Celebrating the Gospel | Nurturing the Individual | Empowering Lifelong Learners is pivotal to our operation and guides everything we do.

We are committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and innovative environment where both students and staff can thrive.

Position Overview

Position Title: Year 6 Junior School Teacher
Workload: Full-time
Pay Range: In accordance with the St Andrews Lutheran College Enterprise Agreement and experience level
Employment Basis: Fixed-Term Contract
Dates: Commences 15 October 2026 - Concludes 2 December 2026

The Role

St Andrews Lutheran College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 6 Teacher to join our Junior School team for Term 4. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about student growth, contemporary teaching practices, and creating engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity and confidence.

Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will contribute to the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students while fostering a positive classroom culture aligned with the College's Christian values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated learning programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student wellbeing and achievement.

• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress using effective assessment practices.

• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to support student success.

• Collaborate with teaching teams to enhance curriculum delivery and student outcomes.

• Integrate innovative and contemporary teaching strategies that encourage lifelong learning.

• Contribute positively to the Christian ethos, culture, and broader life of the College.

Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Relevant teaching qualifications and Queensland teacher registration (or eligibility to obtain).

• Experience teaching upper primary students, preferably within a Year 6 setting.

• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices.

• Excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.

• Effective communication, collaboration, and organisational abilities.

• A commitment to fostering student wellbeing and achieving positive educational outcomes.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative teaching team.

• A personal and professional commitment to supporting the Christian ethos, mission, and values of St Andrews Lutheran College.

Application Instructions

The ideal candidate will embody our values and actively contribute to our vibrant College community, fostering meaningful relationships across the College. To view the position description please see our  website.   If you believe your work ethic and mindset align with our opportunity, please submit your cover letter responding to the above criteria, and resume by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button now.

Applications close at 9.00am on Thursday, 3 September 2026

Within two weeks of the closing date, the selection panels' decision will be communicated to successful applicants. Only those who have been interviewed will be contacted. Please refer to our College’s website Employment page for the "Employment Collection Notice." This notice will inform you, as an applicant of how St Andrews Lutheran College will handle the information collected from you, including your personal information and resume.

The College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Agency applications are respectfully declined.

St Andrews Lutheran College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students.  All applicants are required to undergo a screening process and the successful applicant must comply with all College policies and procedure