Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing in Term 3, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency.
Port Hedland School of the Air (SOTA) is one of five West Australian SOTA schools. We pride ourselves on our family and community connections, which are made strong through home visits, camps, seminars and individual consultation.
Port Hedland SOTA enables distance education students in the Pilbara to have peer and teacher contact on a regular basis. Catering for the needs of students in distance education can be challenging, however we work hard to tailor our programs to your individual child. Most students work on modified or specifically designed programs, which cater for their individual developmental needs.
Port Hedland SOTA is focused on embedding evidence-based practices for teaching and learning across the curriculum. A strong knowledge of explicit instruction and a willingness to apply it appropriately in a remote learning environment is highly desirable.
Applicants should reference their high-quality instructional skills, use of student engagement strategies and evidence how these have impacted student achievement. A current driver's license is required, with overnight trips to remote cattle stations in the Pilbara a core component of the role. Strong Information and Technology skills and an aptitude for delivering high quality lessons using online delivery modes such as Zoom and Seesaw are highly desirable.
The successful applicant will ideally exhibit effective time management and organisational skills and an ability to work in a multi-aged class setting. They will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills and build strong professional relationships which will support the strong collaborative culture of the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‐quality lessons to distance learning students using Zoom, Seesaw and other online platforms.
* Apply explicit instruction and evidence‐based teaching strategies to support student learning.
* Assess and support student engagement and development in a multi‐aged class setting.
* Travel overnight to remote cattle stations in the Pilbara as a core component of the role.
* Manage time and resources to meet curriculum outcomes and individual student needs.
* Build and maintain professional relationships with students, families and the broader community.
Qualifications
* High‐quality instructional skills with evidence of impact on student achievement.
* Strong information and technology skills for online delivery (Zoom, Seesaw).
* Current driver's licence and willingness to undertake overnight travel.
* Effective time‐management, organisational and interpersonal skills.
* Reflective, motivated and driven to make a positive difference in a remote education setting.
Professional Benefits
* Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
* District Allowance of $9 299 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
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.
* 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 website.
* Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start.
All applications must be submitted online.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 22 June 2026
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1046711
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.
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