Position Descriptor:
Join us in Coober Pedy; a quirky underground town 850kms north of Adelaide. Our vision at Coober Pedy Area School is to be a school of choice where there is an absolute focus on Teaching and Learning, creating an outback academy, providing a quality and unique learning experience for our students that will prepare them for academic attainment and vocational pathways. Join us in making a lasting impact on young minds as we strive for excellence together!
We are seeking an excited, committed teacher to teach reception to year 6 students in our bespoke special class.
Why choose us?
Country teaching accelerates your career with broad experience and real responsibility
Benefit from continuous professional development and mentoring
Gain new perspectives through exposure to rich cultural contexts
Teach in a school that's the heart of its community where your impact is visible and valued
Build strong bonds with students, families and colleagues
What you will do:
Deliver inclusive and engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and the wider community
Support student progress through effective assessment and feedback
Create a safe and respectful learning environment where all students can thrive
Country incentives and locality allowances on top of salary may apply depending on the site location: www.education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching.
Ready to bring your brilliance to Coober Pedy Area School?
Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the below questions in an application response:
1. Provide an example of when you have actively created working relationships that have resulted in you connecting with your colleagues, sharing practices, and learning from one another to support your learners to thrive.
2. Explain a time where you have empowered your learners, giving them agency to shape a learning experience. What was the outcome?
3. Describe a time where evaluation of your teaching has led to a change in your teaching practice?
Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.
Site:
Coober Pedy Area School
Local Partnership:
Far North
Tenure:
02/09/2026 to 11/12/2026
Subject:
Junior Primary to Year 2
Subject:
Middle School to Year 9
Subject:
Special Education (Special Class) to Year 6
Conditions:
$84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
School Website:
http://www.cooberpedy.sa.edu.au
Eligibility and Application Instructions
We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
