Closes: 13 February 2026
Classification: Classroom Teacher
Salary: $91,396 - $129,106 plus superannuation
Position No: Strathnairn School Primary Classroom Teachers: permanent and temporary positions
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 27 January 2026
Strathnairn School Primary Classroom Teachers: permanent and temporary positions
Strathnairn School is seeking passionate and qualified early learning and primary classroom teachers to join our foundation team in 2026.
The school opened in early 2026, welcoming Preschool to Year 2 students as the first phase of the ACT's newest public primary school. It will grow to include all year levels from preschool to year 6 in 2027, supporting families in the fast‑growing Ginninderry region.
With modern, sustainable, and inclusive learning spaces designed for up to 780 students, Strathnairn School offers an exciting chance to help shape a new school community. Staff will play a key role in building the school's vision, values, and culture from the beginning.
This is a rare opportunity to help establish a new ACT public school and make a meaningful impact on students and their families from day one.
What we can offer you:
* Competitive pay: Enjoy some of the best teacher salaries and conditions in Australia. Starting at $91,396 for graduate teachers, with experienced teachers earning between $108,619 and $129,106.
* Generous superannuation: 12.5%.
* Relocation support: Up to $12K reimbursement for interstate teachers, plus extra for dependents.
* Salary packaging: Options with full fringe benefits tax concessions.
* Supportive environment: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Why join us?
* Career growth: Benefit from the 3-year New Educator Support Program and leadership pathways to fast-track your career.
* Work-life balance: Enjoy short commutes with every ACT public school within a 30-minute drive, giving you more time for what matters.
* Focus on wellbeing: Work under an Enterprise Agreement that prioritises teacher wellbeing and reduced workloads.
About the ACT Education Directorate:
We deliver high-quality public education for children and young people across the ACT. Our mission is to provide excellent, fair and equitable learning opportunities where every student feels safe, valued and supported to thrive.
ACT public schools educate more than 50,000 students across 93 schools including early childhood schools, preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist school settings.
Through our Strong Foundations program, we are delivering a consistent evidence-based approach to learning across ACT public schools. This program is implementing 10 proven teaching strategies – including explicit literacy and numeracy instruction – and a standard assessment schedule from kindergarten to year 10, keeping wellbeing and learning outcomes at the centre of every student's journey.
More information can be found on the ACT Education Directorate website.
About the role:
As a primary teacher in an ACT public school, you will:
* Inspire and teach students from kindergarten to year 6 using the Australian Curriculum (V9.0).
* Foster positive relationships with students, colleagues and the wider school community.
* Join a collaborative and supportive team focused on student wellbeing and achieving student learning outcomes.
* Apply teaching strategies and curriculum knowledge to drive improved student outcomes.
* Bring well-developed classroom management, communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and motivate students.
* Support students' diverse needs, creating an inclusive classroom where every student feels valued and supported.
* Contribute to whole-school initiatives and contribute to and foster a positive school culture.
What we're looking for:
* Primary expertise: Strong curriculum knowledge and a proven focus on effective literacy and numeracy pedagogies.
* Qualifications and experience: A recognised tertiary teaching qualification and experience working with primary-aged students.
* Passion for teaching: A genuine desire to see students thrive and succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Eligibility requirements:
To apply, you must have:
* A recognised 4-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.
* ACT Teacher Quality Institute Teacher Registration (or eligibility to apply).
* Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration (or eligibility to apply).
* Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.
How to apply:
Apply via our job portal with:
* Your resume/CV detailing your experience and teaching qualifications.
* A statement (maximum 3 pages) showing how your experience fits with the 7 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership's (AITSL) teacher standards.
* Your academic transcripts (preferably certified).
* Evidence of your current teacher registration.
* Contact details for two teaching referees.
For more information on applying for an ACT public school teaching role, visit the website.
The ACT Education Directorate is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Visit the website to find out more about rewarding careers when you teach in Canberra.
All offers of employment are made under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks. All new ACTPS employees must complete pre-employment checks before starting employment and hold Mandatory Registration to Teach in the ACT (Active TQI and Working with Vulnerable People Registration).
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