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As a supply teacher, your role is essential to school staffing. You can often choose between short or long-term contracts in a variety of school settings; it can be a very rewarding and satisfying way to teach.

How to apply for casual and temporary teaching jobs

If you’ve selected 'casual' as one of your employment preferences on your application for teacher employment, you’ll automatically be added to our Teacher Relief and Contract Employment Register (often referred to as TRACER) the next business day.

Please note, there are additional methods for finding teaching jobs in Queensland.

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Policy and procedures

Relevant departmental policies for supply teachers can be found on the Policy and Procedure Register and include:

Professional standards for teachers

The Australian Professional Standards for Teachers are used for registration purposes with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Professional learning

As a professional, you take responsibility for sourcing learning opportunities and meeting the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements associated with registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Supply teachers searching for professional development opportunities can investigate options by visiting:

Top tips for a great supply day

Dress professionally
Arrive early and ask for relevant school documents and policies—behaviour plan, school maps, list of relevant names (i.e. principal, HOC/HOD), playground roster
Bring some of your own resources just in case a class program isn't provided
Prepare for the day before the students arrive, where possible
Develop a good rapport with your students
Display a positive attitude—introduce yourself to the neighbouring staff
Communicate your expectations for work and behaviour to the students
Keep the students working productively throughout the day
Keep the day interesting
Accurately record any incidents that happen during the day
Leave a note for the teacher about how the day went
Tidy up before you leave
Be flexible!

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Last updated 23 March 2026