Job description
Teacher Positions 2026 - Nyangatjatjara College
Nyangatjatjara College, is located on Anangu Country in the heart of Australia. It lies adjacent to the tourist resort town of Yulara, which is minutes away from Australia’s national icon Uluru. The College is seeking up to 4 all-round specialist teachers who can show demonstrated agility and capacity in learning how to work effectively as specialists with Aboriginal students and their families. Currently the College enrols students at Junior Primary, Primary and Secondary School ages.
Your work will comprise learning how to adapt the Australian Curriculum around evidenced-based culturally responsive teaching and learning pedagogies to engage our students in richer, more meaningful and more authentic learning activities. You will be working closely with Anangu staff and a highly specialised leadership team who will guide your teaching and learning. Ongoing training through weekly learning workshops including involvement in research activities will be central to your work. As with any teaching position you will be responsible and accountable for the visible planning, delivering, assessing and reporting of student’s progress. Your professional growth plan will be informed from AITSL standards and Teacher Registration compliance.
As well as securing a highly attractive salary package, you will enjoy the additional benefits of fully furnished air-conditioned rent-free accommodation, free utilities and free high-speed internet. In your downtime you can explore the iconic landscapes of Central Australia first and foremost the Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park. Arguably one of the more compelling attractions in working with us is learning about Aboriginal culture and language and making a positive difference in the lives of students and families.
Having a background in trauma and or neuro-diverse education is a bonus. Additionally, demonstrated expertise in any of the following areas will be greatly valued – these areas include: STEM, STEAM, Digital Learning, Digital Arts & ICT, Design, Technologies & Trades, LOTE, TESOL and or EALD, Performing Arts & social media, Well-Being & Mindfulness, Health & PE, Nutrition and Cooking.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Plan, prepare and explicitly deliver quality and evidence-based teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant curriculum policies, work programs and local trends.
* Support students through interaction in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.
* Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional well-being and safety of students whilst at school.
* Regularly assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
* Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders as required.
* Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships between the school, parents and community.
* Report to the Lead Teacher and Deputy Principal.
Selection criteria
* Ability to implement effective and inclusive teaching and learning processes, including the use of learning technology and assessment, to establish a differentiated learning environment in which students are encouraged to work towards attainment of their potential.
* Thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and ways to adapt it to learner's needs.
* Ability to communicate and relate effectively with students through appropriate interpersonal skills.
* Ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to establishing and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
* Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with school staff, families and members of the local school community to develop productive partnerships, in an intercultural environment to optimise educational outcomes.
* Commitment to maintain current and relevant professional learning and meet the AITSL Standards for Teachers.
Further information
* All applicants must be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and have a current Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT.
* All applicants completing initial teacher education (ITE) courses after 1 July 2016 are also required to provide proof of successful completion of the national Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE students
SALARY RANGE
$105,429 - $115,934 pa plus 12% Superannuation and Allowances worth over $25,000
For further information contact the principal
Dr Paul Unsworth, E: using the subject line: Teacher - Yulara enquiry via EthicalJobs.