Up to $130K + housing + relocation + more
Find purpose beyond the classroom and transform lives in the heart of Australia
Earn between $90,000 and $130,000 plus relocation, housing, and generous salary packaging
Potential sponsorship opportunities for outstanding overseas applicants
Experience the freedom to teach with impact in a culturally rich, trauma-informed environment
Yirara College: A School with Purpose
Yirara College is a Christian boarding school located just outside Alice Springs. We serve Indigenous students aged twelve and above from remote communities across the Northern Territory and neighbouring regions. Our mission is to provide a holistic education that supports academic growth, spiritual development, and cultural identity.
Located on a 32-hectare campus, Yirara offers an immersive learning and boarding environment that promotes English fluency, life skills, and a deep respect for Aboriginal culture. We are a unique school, driven by purpose and committed to preparing students for success in both Indigenous and non-Indigenous contexts. We are not just a school — we are a community, united in shaping the next generation of Indigenous leaders.
For more information, please visit our website: www.yirara.nt.edu.au
A Role That Means More
Your first few weeks will be about connection, not necessarily content.
New teachers take time to acclimate to the remote setting, building familiarity with the land, the pace of life in Central Australia, and the unique school environment. You'll be supported with housing and welcomed into a close-knit professional community focused on collaboration and shared purpose. New teachers are provided with housing and welcomed into a close-knit school community. During this transition,your priority will be building trust with your students — sometimes spending your initial time focused solely on relationships, not formal lessons. This is an environment where walking alongside students, not standing over them, is how you succeed. Trauma-informed practice, patience, and cultural respect are essential, and your personal adaptability will shape how smoothly you adjust.
We are seeking educators primarily for middle school classrooms, but we also welcome applications from primary-trained teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and a flexible mindset.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Focusing on building strong, trusting relationships with students
Designing relevant, student-centred learning beyond the textbook
Collaborating with aides and fellow teachers to enhance outcomes
Managing classroom dynamics in a trauma-informed environment
Supporting student wellbeing through pastoral care approaches
Bring Your Passion, Lead with Empathy and Humility
To qualify, you will need NT Teacher Registration (or the ability to obtain it), and a current Working With Children Clearance (Ochre Card). Accreditation with Lutheran Education Australia is also required, or willingness to obtain it.
A minimum of 1–2 years of classroom experience is ideal, though we welcome passionate graduates.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
Experience teaching EAL/D or linguistically diverse students
Understanding of adolescent development and trauma-informed practice
Proficiency with ICT and innovative learning tools
Confidence adapting curriculum for student engagement
Familiarity with culturally responsive pedagogy and Indigenous education
As our ideal candidate, you will bring excellent communication, empathy, and patience. You should be highly adaptable, culturally aware, and non-judgmental — someone who understands that flexibility is essential to build trust and succeed in a trauma-informed, student-led environment.
This is a role for someone ready to leave the mainstream behind and rediscover why they became a teacher — to make a real impact, in a place where your presence truly matters.
Teach with Us, Thrive with Us
You'll receive a competitive salary between $90,000 and $130,000, depending on your skills and experience.Additional benefits include:
Relocation assistance (negotiable based on individual circumstances)
Fully subsidised accommodation for the first 12 months
6 weeks annual leave
As a not-for-profit with DGR and PBI status, Yirara offers salary packaging up to $17,000 in additional pre-tax benefits
Travel allowance following six months' probation
Supportive induction and onboarding
A rewarding, community-based teaching experience unlike any other
Potential sponsorship opportunities for outstanding overseas applicants
Ready to Teach With Purpose?
If you're seeking more than just a job, and want to join a school where your teaching can create real change, we encourage you to apply today
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