AddressCalling teachers with international qualifications: experience life in the spectacular outback Kimberley region of Western Australia - we will sponsor you!
CEWA is offering an exciting opportunity for teachers with international qualifications in Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary education to be considered for Visa Sponsorship inclusive of comprehensive support from our organisation to work and thrive in northern Western Australia. We invite passionate teachers to bring their diverse skills and experience to our vibrant Catholic school communities in the Kimberley. Successful applicants may teach at their choice of 13 sunny outback destinations ranging from coastal towns to the red-desert communities spanning the Ord River. Both Catholic and non-Catholic applicants welcomed and encouraged to apply!
Big benefits
Relocation travel from any major Australian city including flights, goods transportation and vehicle transportation paid by CEWA
Housing provided by CEWA at capped low percentage of salary or completely free depending on school destination
Location allowance paid per fortnight
Regional bonus incentive payment paid annually
Air conditioning reimbursement paid per fortnight
Electricity cover for higher than average costs paid by CEWA
Accelerated long service leave accrual at twice the standard rate (depending on school destination)
Christmas break return flights to Perth or equivalent annually
2 x mid-year break chartered plane flights annually for teacher teams based in desert school locations - choice of holiday destinations include Broome, Katherine, etc
Friday early classroom finish every week
4 x days additional accrued leave to extend long weekends throughout the year and support your personal travel adventures during your stay – for teachers in desert school locations
Strong communication technology access via Star Link
On-country teaching and learning practices incorporating local Aboriginal culture and knowledge
Access to salary packaging through our not-for-profit status
Discounted corporate health rates with HBF and Medibank
Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program including support with; nutrition & lifestyle, financial guidance, career planning and free counselling.
Paid parental leave
Generous leave provisions
Scholarship opportunities for further study
Sector leading professional development opportunities
Pay rate
$83,744 per annum salary + Superannuation 11%
Annual bonus $5,000 - $20,000 dependant upon school destination
Location allowance $3,534 - $10,786 per annum
Airconditioning and Electricity reimbursements
Start dates
Multiple opportunities starting throughout 2024
Role duties:
Teaching in Kimberley Catholic schools isn't just about education – it's a pathway to shaping lives and making meaningful connections, it's the privilege of close proximity to the local culture and wisdom of traditional communities. Here, you'll pioneer flexible and innovative educational programs, delivering high-quality learning experiences to students in nature-focused settings including:
Fostering foundational relationships for student success
Implementing Positive Behavior strategies in the classroom
Tailoring curriculum delivery to diverse learning needs
Enabling personalized learning experiences
Engaging in two-way learning
Crafting effective plans for students with diverse language backgrounds
Embracing Trauma-Informed Practice
Creating culturally inclusive learning environments
Harnessing flexibility and innovation to connect learning with context
How to apply
Cover Letter - no more than 1 page, telling us why you are passionate about teaching and why you are a great fit for living and working in a small, remote school
Resume
If you have the following details please provide to us: WA Teacher Registration and Working with Children Check (if you do not have these items that is no problem, please proceed to apply and we can discuss now to obtain these once we speak with you)
CEWA warmly welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds who agree to uphold the Core Catholic Values: respect for the human person, promotion of family, the common good, subsidiarity (advocating for all people especially the vulnerable or marginalised), human dignity, and pursuit of peace.
