Upper Primary School Teacher (Year 5/6)
Job No:
87624
Location:
Noonkanbah, WA
Teach at Kulkarriya Community School – Where challenge means reward; where living means learning
- Experience life and teaching like never before
- Join an organisation dedicated to educating Indigenous students in a remote community
- Attractive salary circa $75,000 - $99,186 plus super, accommodation & more
Your New Career
Kulkarriya Community School has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Upper Primary School Teacher to join our team in Noonkanbah, WA.
You will be responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the Primary School Education Program for Year 5-6 students.
Your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Assisting in the selection, modification and development of curricula and teaching strategies to support the outcomes of the school;
- Identifying and/or developing appropriate teaching resources and strategies to support the implementation of the school curriculum;
- Providing effective on-going evaluation of your program, as well as reporting individual student progress;
- Developing an ongoing understanding of developments in the area of Student Outcome Statements and the Western Australian Frameworks, with a view to developing and implementing as part of normal duties;
- Providing effective liaison with other staff members on moderation of student levels, and assisting in reporting to any special education program as needed;
- Identifying ongoing professional development needs and recommending to the Principal and the school staff appropriate measures for maintaining a high level of professional competence in the delivery of educational outcomes; and
- Assisting in any other measures aimed at improving the resource base of the school program(s).
This is an incredible opportunity to engage and inspire remarkable kids and to experience adventure in the real Australia!
About You
The successful candidate will be a qualified Teacher, with WA Teacher Registration (or ability to obtain) and demonstrated post-graduate teaching experience. Given the remote location and community, experience working in a remote environment and/or with ESL/CALD/overseas students will be highly regarded.
You will have experience in play-based and on-country learning, along with the ability to program; you'll be responsible for deciding how to meet the desired learning outcomes.
In addition, you will need a willingness to work within the Explicit Instruction Framework, although there is scope for creativity and innovation when working toward the Key Learning Area targets.
Importantly, Kulkarriya Community School is seeking a teacher who:
- Is committed to 'closing the gap' in Aboriginal education;
- Brings flexibility to the role, in terms of different learning tasks and teaching techniques
- Is patient, kind, inclusive and empathetic - not authoritarian; and
- Has a respectful, student-focused approach to teaching.
Please Note: The community is only accessible by 4WD in the wet season and as such, a current Driver's License is a requirement of this role.
Why Join Us?
If, for you, challenge means reward… if living means learning… Kulkarriya might just be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.
You’ll experience life and teaching like never before, and you’ll play an active part in helping close the gap in Aboriginal education. You’ll be tested every day, as you adapt and strive to connect, educate and inspire. You will be guided and supported as you embrace the challenge and set new horizons - for yourself and for students who truly need you.
For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary circa $75,000 - $99,186 (based on your skills and experience) plus super.
Relocation assistance is available, and you'll be provided with your own private accommodation with all utilities, including TV and DVD Player, paid for by the organisation.
Living and working in Noonkanbah - Is it for you?
Our staff embrace, and are motivated by, our challenge, context and remote location. But living and working in Noonkanbah is far removed from what many are used to, and can be a demanding career and life choice. We’re a small community in a remote location, some distance from the nearest major town. Typically, our staff spend their time exploring our beautiful surroundings and taking advantage of the adventure offered by living remotely. It’s important to develop hobbies and to plan activities – fun won’t come and find you. Most importantly, the demands of our role should not be underplayed. You’ll have good days and bad, and we all try to start each day anew, fresh and ready for the challenge. We hope you will too.