Amata Anangu School | Classroom teacher

Amata Anangu School is one of eight Anangu schools situated in the far northwest corner of South Australia in the Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands, located at the foot of the Musgrave Ranges, 120km from Uluru. We are currently seeking outstanding, enthusiastic teachers to join our innovative and engaging team in the primary and secondary years. These positions will commence in Term 2 (May) initially to the end of Term 4 (December 2024).

Our school has a strong focus on EALD and Culturally Responsive pedagogies. The successful applicant is required to work closely with Anangu Educators in delivering all aspects of the curriculum and would have a willingness to work collaboratively with other educators and families to provide an inclusive education program. An awareness of Berry St model trauma informed practices and positive behavioural strategies is desirable.   

Teaching in a remote community could be the perfect career choice for you with opportunities to thrive in a bilingual setting and be at the cutting edge of innovative, culturally responsive practices aligned to DfE Strategic Plan. The Department for Education is looking for passionate educators ready to develop world leading practices for indigenous Pitjantjatjara learners in collaboration with Anangu Educators. This is an opportunity not to be missed, whatever career stage you are in. 

What you will bring:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and to be positive and extremely flexible 
• Ability to develop respectful reciprocal relationships with Anangu Educators 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues effectively.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant field. 
• Require a willingness to take on new learning and pedagogies to suit a wide range of learners is essential.

Why choose us: 

As Country Zone 5 sites you’ll receive up to an additional $20 730 in country incentives in your first year through:

• Country Incentives Zone Allowance
• One-off incidentals payment
• Locality allowances:
  • Compensation for adverse environment
  • Increased cost of living and some aspects of isolation
  • In respect of abnormal depreciation of motor vehicle

Other incentives include:

• Fully subsidised accommodation including all utilities. 
• Payment of reasonable removal and relocation costs
• Reasonable travel and accommodation costs for medical and dental treatment.
• You will be eligible for paid travel days at this site.
• You will also receive the Special Class Allowance.
• 4WD training
• Reduction of Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) for very remote areas may be available HERE.

Information is provided as a guide and actual entitlements will be confirmed when you commence. 

You can read more about incentives and support for country teachers and leaders HERE.

Special Requirements: 

Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the APY Lands, as per the local Aboriginal Community Council (APY - Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Executive Board)

To ensure employer compliance of duty of care responsibilities given the unique environment of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for any teacher nominated for this position and prior to any offer of employment.

What to do now: 

This is a contract for Term 2, to the end of the year. We want to support the best possible outcomes for you in the Anangu Lands, so speak to us about moving with your family/partner/friend.

Is this role not right for you, but interested in working in the Anangu Lands? Apply anyway for a further chat.