This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
Kalbarri District High School (DHS) is located in the coastal town of Kalbarri, 600 km north of Perth.
Kalbarri is surrounded by National Park which gives us a unique opportunity to utilise our natural environment in our curriculum.
Kalbarri DHS nurtures children in Kindergarten through to young adults in Year 12.
Kalbarri DHS has a stable, experienced, high quality staff, who provide a safe and caring class environment for children whilst presenting a comprehensive and challenging curriculum.
Our students have access to computers and iPads enabling them to develop independent learning, research, presentation, and coding skills, within a whole school approach to Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
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The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and creative Science Teacher committed to supporting the growth of every student.
You will engage with the school community, reflect on your teaching, and use evidence-based approaches to meet diverse student needs.
In this role, the successful applicant is encouraged to deliver an engaging and differentiated Science curriculum aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum, catering to the diverse abilities of all students.
The successful applicant is encouraged to foster an inclusive environment that supports students to reach their full potential, applying evidence-based teaching and differentiation strategies to enhance student outcomes.
Reflecting on and refining their practice to improve learning, the successful applicant is also encouraged to build positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community, while contributing to promoting the school’s values, ethos, and priorities.
If you're committed to creating engaging learning experiences and building strong connections with students, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in a regional school on the rise.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.
Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- District allowance of $3 210 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
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For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Stuart Teasdale, Principal on (08) 9936 4800 or emailing .
During the school holidays, please contact Stuart Teasdale on 0413 886 871.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold an eligible .
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our .
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
- Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the and the context of the position and school.
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH990777
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 17 October 2025
Required Skill Profession
Postsecondary Teachers