About this job

Contract Dates: 13 July 2026 to 15 January 2027

Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Position (6 month contract)

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE Gross per annum PLUS 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 6.00pm Wednesday 3 June 2026 (unless filled prior)

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.

St Monica's College

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 complement 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 700 students.  Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

The College is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the complete individual. As a nurturing Mercy community, we are also committed to an inclusive education which values uniqueness and caters to differing needs. The College offers a variety of learning experiences which ensure students continued intellectual, creative and spiritual development. St Monica’s College consistently achieve outstanding ATAR results and university entrance and completion rates. 

About the Role

St Monica's College is currently accepting applications for an experienced junior and senior Visual Arts Teacher on a fixed-term 6 month contract.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  Position Description - Teacher.pdf

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register 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 
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• 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

To Apply:

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications should include the following information in a PDF format:

• Cover Letter
• Resume including details of qualifications, relevant experience and current referees

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
Mrs 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.

To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan 

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer