📚 Queensland Department of Education
Queensland School Teacher Salary Scales
Official Band 1 Beginning Teacher, Senior Teacher, and Experienced Senior Teacher pay rates under the Queensland State School Teachers Agreement.
Queensland State School Teacher Pay Scale
Based on official Department of Education State School Teachers Agreement (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.8%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1 (Graduate) Beginning Teacher Year 1 | $81,400 | +$10,379 | -$16,836 | $64,564 | |
| Step 4 Classroom Teacher Year 4 | $91,800 | +$11,705 | -$20,164 | $71,636 | |
| Senior Teacher (Step 1) Senior Classroom Teacher | $104,500 | +$13,324 | -$24,228 | $80,272 | |
| Experienced Senior Teacher (EST) Experienced Senior Teacher Tier | $115,200 | +$14,688 | -$27,652 | $87,548 | |
| HOD / Deputy Principal Head of Curriculum / Department | $132,400 | +$16,881 | -$33,156 | $99,244 | |
| Executive Principal Band 11 State High School Principal | $198,600 | +$25,322 | -$59,480 | $139,120 |
🇦🇺 2025–2026 Tax Year Stage 3 Cuts Active
Calculate QLD Experienced Senior Teacher Take-Home Pay
Stage 3 Tax Cuts, 12% Superannuation Guarantee, and ATO Withholding Engine
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Advanced Adjustments (Salary Sacrifice & Hours)
Net Take-Home Pay
$ 87,548 / year in your pocket
Fortnightly Net $3,367
Weekly Net $1,684
Hourly Net (38h) $44.31
Gross Taxable Income $115,200
Total Income Tax (Stage 3) -$25,348
Medicare Levy (2.0%) -$2,304
Superannuation (12%) Paid by employer on top +$14,688
Effective Tax Rate: 24.0%
Marginal Tax Rate: 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the Queensland Experienced Senior Teacher (EST) salary in 2025–2026?
Under the Queensland State School Teachers Certified Agreement, an Experienced Senior Teacher (EST Band 3) earns a base salary of $115,200 per year. After Stage 3 tax and Medicare levy, estimated net take-home pay is ~$87,600/year ($3,369/fortnight) with 12.75% QSuper.