Address- Find a rewarding, exciting and engaging Teaching career in the NT
- Explore the region, with Relocation Assistance and rental assistance provided
- Remuneration of $84,191 - $120,742 + super, remote area allowances AND a range of generous benefits!
- Multiple opportunities available!
Come and teach in the Northern Territory!
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: Improving literacy and numeracy outcomes through culturally responsive, data-informed and precise pedagogy
- Improve engagement: Positive and strong teacher-student relationships based on high expectations and intentionally inviting interactions
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. As a teacher in remote NT, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students and be generously rewarded!
Teachers in the NT are some of the highest paid in Australia, and the Department of Education offers competitive benefits packages that recognise the important role you play in shaping the future of NT children!
We need YOU!
Multiple opportunities currently exist for Teachers with varied levels of experience in Primary, Secondary and Special needs education.
More specifically these are:
Numbulwar School:
- Learning on Country/Release Teacher
Jilkminggan School:
- Primary Generalist Teacher (Years 4-6)
Kalkaringi School:
- Transition Teacher
Lajamanu School:
- Primary Generalist Teacher (Years 4-5)
- Secondary Generalist Teacher
Borroloola School:
- 2 x Secondary Teachers Years 7-10 and 11-12 (Shared Accommodation)
Timber Creek School:
- Early Years Teacher
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.
Your experience working in remote or complex educational settings will have strengthened your ability to work independently and problem-solve in these environments. More importantly, you will understand the importance of creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all children.
To be considered you must hold relevant qualifications, such as a Bachelor of Education or Early Childhood Education, hold a current Ochre card, and be registered, or eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board of the NT. Please click here to check your eligibility
Possessing the following attributes, you will bring:
- Enthusiasm: a desire to make a difference.
- Flexibility: be open to adjustment of teaching strategies and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Resilience: challenge and intervene in your approach when necessary, maintaining focus and motivation in challenging situations; and
- Social skills: build and maintain relationships, communicate well, and create a positive learning environment.
Teaching in a remote school offers a fulfilling experience that allows you to grow professionally and personally. The unique conditions provide a once-in-a-lifetime lifestyle change away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
By teaching in a remote school, you have the chance to make a lasting impact on student's educational journey and deepen your understanding of what it means to be an effective teacher.
Our teachers get the opportunity to collaborate with local Aboriginal assistant teachers in the classroom, a highlight of teaching in remote schools. It offers a rewarding, and enriching experience that can enhance your team-teaching skills and leave a lasting impression on your teaching career.
What you'll receive
Suitable candidates will be rewarded with a generous salary commensurate with experience, remote area allowances and a range of benefits including (but not limited to):
- Generous leave entitlements
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunities for teacher allowances
- Relocation Assistance
- Rental concession; and
- A culture of learning and development with the opportunity to partake in the “Growing our own” aspiring leaders program
Teaching in very remote areas entitles you to various additional benefits. To calculate how much you may be entitled to when you teach in a remote school in the Northern Territory, based on your circumstances and location, you can use our incentives and benefits calculator.
Even better, teachers who serve four years teaching in very remote parts of the country (including 71% of Northern Territory schools) may become eligible to have their university fees reduced or waived!
Click here to see more about why you should join us!
Ready to take on the Territory?
Welcome to the Big Rivers Region! Our region extends from the Western Australia border to the Gulf of Carpentaria and is home to the town of Katherine. From the arid centre to the tropical north, the Northern Territory (NT) is a unique place to live, work or travel.
If you're ready to take up the challenge - apply now!
Are you seeking the freedom of remote work but not too far off the grid? Then check out our fantastic opportunities in Katherine - they might just be the perfect fit for you!
