• Come and join the NT, where teachers are the highest paid + receive plenty of generous benefits!
• Change lives as a teacher in an engaging, exciting & rewarding career!
• Explore the beautiful Big Rivers Region with relocation assistance + rental concession

Welcome to the Big Rivers Region! Right on the doorstep of the magnificent Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park is the town of Katherine. Our most extensive service hub for the region is home to approximately 11,000 people and is the kind of stunning locale you can only find in the Northern Territory (NT).

Katherine is located 315km south of Darwin and is easily accessible by air and road all year round. A perfectly located town close enough to explore the surrounding region through gorges, waterfalls, thermal springs and ancient culture. The Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park, Elsey National Park and Mataranka Hot Springs are all within easy reach of Katherine.

Department of Education NT:

The Department of Education is on a journey to become Australia's most improved education system. We are committed to a strong and equitable public education system where every child has the opportunity to engage, grow and achieve. 

We are motivated to make a difference, focusing on:

• Strengthening instruction: increase engagement through positive and strong teacher-student relationships.
• Numeracy outcomes: looking at the approach of maths pedagogy.

Taking your career to the NT will open doors. Many teachers who work in the Territory develop unique skills that fast-track their careers and provide opportunities that wouldn’t have been possible in other parts of Australia.

Teach in the Territory!

As a teacher in a remote area, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students. To support and reward your dedicated efforts, we offer competitive benefits packages that recognise your important role in shaping the future. 

Teachers in the NT are the highest paid in Australia and receive generous allowances and benefits including (but not limited to):

• Competitive salary circa CT1 $81,739 - CT9 $117,225 commensurate with experience + super
• Generous leave entitlements
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for teacher allowances
• Annual retention allowance of $3,500
• Relocation Assistance to help call Katherine your home
• Rental concession!
• A culture of learning and development with the opportunity to partake in the “Growing our own” aspiring leaders program

To see more about why you should come and join us, click here!

Why you’ll be a good fit:

We are seeking educators who are passionate about creating positive change in the lives of young Territorians. To do this, you will have a growth mindset that helps you build strong relationships with students and parents. 

You will have relevant qualifications, such as a Bachelor of Education or Early Childhood Education, to be eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board of the NT. Please click here to check your eligibility. 

Possessing the following attributes, you will be:

• Enthusiastic: bring a desire to make a difference.
• Flexible: be open to adjustment of teaching strategies and adaptation to changing circumstances.
• Resilient: challenge and intervene in your approach when necessary, maintaining focus and motivation in challenging situations.
• Social skills: build and maintain relationships, communication, and create a positive learning environment.

More importantly, you will understand the importance of fairness and firmness in creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all children.

Katherine South Primary School & Casuarina Street Primary School opportunities:

As an integral part of the school community, you will unleash your creativity and passion as a Primary Teacher or Early Childhood Teacher by crafting dynamic and impactful learning programs tailored to meet the individual needs of your students. You will continuously assess and evaluate their progress and celebrate their successes as they thrive under your guidance.

Our primary teaching roles will see you work across years one to four as you collaborate with colleagues and rally your teaching team to coordinate exciting and engaging activities that extend beyond the classroom walls and into the wider community. 

Moreover, you will be able to forge meaningful and rewarding connections with your students, their families, and other community members. By establishing these strong bonds, you will enhance your own sense of fulfilment and purpose and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you teach and serve.

Katherine High School opportunity:

As a Health and PE Teacher, you will create engaging lesson plans and assess student progress while fostering a supportive learning environment. You will collaborate with colleagues and the wider community to enhance the educational experience. 

Promoting Physical Literacy and Sport Education, you will inspire students to be active and focus on driving the success of the Sports Pathways Program while promoting students' physical wellbeing.

Ready to take on the Territory?

We are ready to hear from you! Apply now.