Teacher

Full-Time Teaching Opportunities – AQ School, Sunnybank Hills Campus (T1 2026)

Are you an enthusiastic teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, inclusive school environment? Due to expansion, AQ School is hiring for two new full-time teaching roles at our Sunnybank Hills and Distance Education campus (also based at Sunnybank Hills) with both roles commencing T January We're seeking dynamic teachers who thrive in small class settings and are committed to empowering autistic students through personalised learning.

Everyday Impact. Every Day.

Working at Autism Queensland is about life and all the moments that make up each day. The highs, the lows and everything in between. We walk alongside our clients, families, and carers, helping them on their journey to achieving their goals and living life on their terms.

At AQ, you'll work with people who are generous, caring, compassionate, and resilient. A team that never stops learning or striving to make tomorrow even better than today. With us, you'll be supported by leaders who understand and care about your journey in our organisation, in our community and beyond.

"When you're working for a purpose of bettering the lives of families or kids, the work you're doing is that much more important."

Role 1: Distance Education Teacher (On-Site)

Although this role supports students learning remotely, it is based on-site at our Sunnybank Hills campus.

What you'll do:

• Support effective planning, teaching and assessment using a flexible student-centred model as well as case manage in an alternative, flexible model of learning for autistic students via a distance education mode of delivery.
• Teach a small class of mixed -aged students with diverse learning needs.
• Feel supported by your team with dedicated teacher aides and allied health professionals.
• Deliver an established and growing Distance Education personalised program to autistic students.

Role 2: Year P-3 Classroom Teacher (On-Site)

Due to expansion, we're also hiring a full-time teacher for our Year P-3 class, who are based on-site at Sunnybank Hills.

• Teach a small class of P-3 students with diverse learning needs.
• Feel supported by your team with dedicated teacher aides and allied health professionals.
• Plan, teach, assess and case manage using a flexible, student-centred model.
• Complement your existing teaching portfolio with the enriching experience of working for Autism Queensland in an independent school. 

Why AQ School?

• Small class sizes.
• Join a close-knit, collaborative team of professionals who value innovation and inclusion.
• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging.
• Exceptional professional development opportunities including engaging with an interdisciplinary team to support your career growth.
• Gain meaningful experience through empowering autistic people, their families, carers, and the wider community.  
• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family
• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance options, with singles through to family coverage options available.

While our top priority is finding people who share our genuine passion in supporting our clients, here are a few things the right person will be equipped with: 

• A passion for inclusive education and differentiated teaching.
• Experience working with students with diverse learning profiles.
• A commitment to fostering a nurturing and engaging classroom environment.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
• Demonstrated experience with school aged autistic children including multi-aged classes.
• Some exposure to distance education (ideal) and or confidence utilising technology (Distance Education teacher role).

If you're ready to join a school that values creativity, connection, and compassion — we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of education for autistic students. Please indicate in your application which Teacher role you are applying for.