Position Descriptor:
Temporary Teacher ? Poonindie Community Learning Centre - Upper Primary Teacher
Poonindie Community Learning Centre is a welcoming, community focused school located in Poonindie, just outside Port Lincoln on the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia. We are proud to be part of a close knit community and are committed to innovation, inclusion and high expectations for every learner. Our values shape everything we do, from classroom practice and student wellbeing to community engagement and partnerships with families.
When you work with the Department for Education, you join a community of more than 30,000 remarkable people, each one driven to help students unlock their potential. We work with shared purpose and welcome your unique perspective, because it is the diversity of thought and experience that makes us strong.
We are looking for a passionate and capable Upper Primary Teacher to join our team from 22.01.2027.
Why choose us?
? Feel a deep sense of belonging, purpose and pride in the work you do.
? Be part of a welcoming, supportive and tight knit school community.
? Benefit from continuous professional development, mentoring and strong peer support.
? Work in a system that values innovation, inclusivity and lifelong learning.
What you will need
? A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia: https://trb.sa.edu.au/Registering-to-Teach
? Demonstrated ability to use formative assessment and responsive teaching practices to identify and respond to the learning needs of all students.
? Demonstrated ability to differentiate learning within the South Australian Curriculum to support a wide range of abilities in the classroom.
? Demonstrated ability to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
? Strong communication and relationship building skills with students, families and colleagues.
In addition to the salary, other financial incentives may apply depending on the site location. Find out more at www.education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching.
Ready to bring your brilliance to Poonindie Community Learning Centre?
Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the following questions in your application response:
1. Describe your approach to differentiating learning within the South Australian Curriculum to support a wide range of abilities in your classroom. Provide an example of how you have differentiate learning, monitor understanding and reflect on student learning with your students.
2. Provide an example of when you have actively created positive working relationships that have resulted in you connecting with colleagues, sharing practices and learning from one another to support your learners to thrive.
3. Provide an example of how you build strong relationships with students, establish high expectations and create a positive learning environment. Explain how you use school values, behaviour goals and wellbeing strategies to promote student engagement, participation and a sense of belonging, both within and beyond the classroom.
Eligible permanent metropolitan teachers can apply for this temporary vacancy if they:
o are a permanent metropolitan teacher
o are not in their first year of permanency
o are not currently undergoing performance management
See Applying for Permanent and Temporary Teaching Positions guide for eligibility and further information
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.
