Description:
- Make a meaningful impact on Indigenous education with multiple opportunities available!
- Ensure teaching excellence in a unique two-way learning environment.
- Earn a competitive salary PLUS superannuation & salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay!
- Relocation assistance, vehicle allowance, and professional development opportunities.
Yipirinya School is one of only a few Independent Aboriginal Community-Driven Schools in Australia. It was founded by Indigenous Elders in Alice Springs and remains under the control of a 100% Aboriginal Board. The only school in Australia that teaches four Aboriginal languages alongside English, Yipirinya School has a unique history and is at the cutting edge of Aboriginal Two-Way Education.
We provide a culturally safe and culturally informed education, and we now have an exciting opportunity for an Interim Principal to lead our school through a critical 12-month period of transformation and governance rebuilding.
This is an opportunity to drive real change , ensuring our school continues to provide culturally informed, high-quality education.
Your Next Opportunity:Yipirinya School is looking for multiple full-time Primary & Secondary Teachers based in Alice Springs, NT . These are classroom-based roles teaching various year levels, including Primary (Years 1-6) and Secondary (Years 7-9) .
As a Teacher at Yipirinya, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, engaging lessons while supporting students’ academic and personal development in a culturally responsive learning environment.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Planning and delivering engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum and the school’s educational priorities
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Creating a culturally inclusive classroom that values and incorporates Aboriginal perspectives and languages
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Supporting student wellbeing through positive behaviour support approaches and trauma-informed pedagogy
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Assessing and monitoring student progress to provide targeted interventions and support
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Collaborating with colleagues and school leadership to drive continuous improvement and professional learning
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Engaging with families and the local community to foster strong relationships and cultural connections
To qualify, you will need full Northern Territory Teacher Registration (TRB NT) or the ability to obtain it. You must also have prior teaching experience in a primary or secondary school setting.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
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Experience working with Aboriginal communities and remote schools
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Strong classroom management and student engagement skills
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Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs
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A passion for culturally responsive education and Indigenous perspectives
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills , as well as resilience, adaptability, and cultural awareness to support students in a meaningful way. Your enthusiasm for teaching and ability to build positive relationships with students will be crucial in ensuring their success.
Candidates with experience working in Central Australian Aboriginal communities and an understanding of the diverse cultural groups in the region will be highly regarded.
The successful applicant will also be required to attend a pre-employment medical check.
The Benefits:In addition to a competitive salary PLUS Superannuation , you will receive a range of benefits, including:
- Salary packaging up to ~$16,000 (PBI benefits) to increase your take-home pay
- Vehicle allowance
- Relocation assistance for the right candidate
- Six weeks of annual leave (to be taken during the Christmas period)
- Professional development opportunities
- The chance to make a profound impact on Indigenous education and community development
Please note: YSC is guided by NTPS educators 2024-2027 Enterprise Agreement.
Ready to Apply?If you are a passionate, experienced school teacher ready to drive positive change, Apply Now and help lead Yipirinya School into a bright and sustainable future!