▷ Only 24h Left Primary Teacher – HPE Specialist

Lead with Purpose. Teach with Passion. Move with Care.

We are seeking a keen Part-Time Primary Specialist Teacher (HPE) beginning 2026

- Opportunity to specialise in a state-of-the-art purpose-built facility

- Work in a supportive, values-based environment with a skilled and experienced Primary College Team

- Competitive, above Award salary

- Access to salary packaging options, the Flare App and corporate rates with Strand Fitness to maximise your salary

About us…

Eaton College (part of the Calvary Education Group which includes Calvary Christian College, Calvary Early Learning Centre, Calvary OSHC and Calvary Teaching School) is a special-purpose educational facility for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are a close-knit education community – on one site in beautiful Mt Louisa, Townsville – we provide a strong educational and social foundation for our students, and provide connection for our community.

Eaton College opened it’s doors on July 10, 2023 with 15 students in year levels from Prep to 4. The full capacity of Stage 1 caters for up to 40 students with class sizes at a maximum of 10 students. Over time the College has the capacity to extend up to Year 10, with the addition of 40 students per additional Stage 2 and Stage 3 respectively. The maximum capacity of Eaton College is 120 students, and this is expected to be reached over a 10-year period.

Eaton College provides purpose built facilities and a learning environment to support the sensory needs and routines for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Our mission is to offer excellent opportunities for students to reach their full potential intellectually, physically, spiritually, and socially. We instil our College’s core values of Excellence, Persistence, Goodness, Faithfulness, and Generosity in every student.

About the role…

Due to growth to the next stage of our plan, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Primary Specialist Teacher (HPE) to join our Team on a permanent, part-time (0.4 load) basis starting Term 1, 2026

The role of the Primary Specialist Teacher (HPE) is to provide excellent education for students with Autism, working towards quality of life and focusing on educational outcomes within the College’s Biblical framework and in accordance with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements.

Core duties:

- Understand the philosophy of Christian Education and translate it into practice.

- Plan and prepare effective, quality teaching and learning programs and practices, which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the College’s pedagogical framework and policies.

- Create a nurturing and engaging learning environment, which is inclusive, learner-centered and academically stimulating.

- Add value to the educational experience by initiating and leading curricular and extra-curricular activities which provide excellent opportunities for students to develop Christian character and grow to their full potential intellectually, physically, spiritually and socially.

Why choose Eaton College?

When you join Eaton College, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative Team that works together to create a nurturing and successful holistic learning environment. You will receive an above-Award salary between $35,200.00 and $46,800.00pa (0.4 load) pending experience, and a range of great benefits, including:

- Employee Benefits App and discounted gym membership

- Regular Team celebrations and social events

- Employee Assistance Program

- Targeted Professional Development

What we are looking for?

To be successful in this role, you will have a current Queensland Teachers Registration or the ability to obtain one with the appropriate qualifications and availability to start in Term 1, 2026.

You will have:

- Experience which demonstrates excellent, current classroom teaching techniques and practices that meet diverse needs and learning styles of students and are consistent with relevant curriculum and policies, with specific experience of working with students with Autism.

- Effective classroom management and behaviour management practices, which provide a safe and supportive environment that is conducive to learning.

- Clinical or educational experience of working with students with Autism.

- Patience and a high degree of understanding and compassion.

- Exemplary professional manner, interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

- Enthusiastic desire and resolute commitment to actively contribute to the culture and values of the College.

Eaton College has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Where passion meets purpose—Apply Today

Applications close 7 November 2025 unless filled prior.

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