TEMPORARY TEACHER - COOMANDOOK AS - JUNIOR PRIMARY/PRIMARY
AUD 84,971 - AUD 123,236 per year
Key Skills
Job Description
Position No: 2027-0729-TCH-B-0-2 Applications Close: 15/10/2026 11:30 PM Position Descriptor Coomandook Area School is a vibrant and inclusive educational community in the heart of South Australia's agricultural region. Catering for students from Reception to Year 12, we provide a comprehensive and supportive learning environment where every learner is valued. We are proud of our strong community connections and our commitment to fostering a love of learning in all students. We are seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join our outstanding staff team. At Coomandook, you will enjoy the benefits of a rural school with a strong focus on Agriculture, a close-knit community, and access to a wide range of resources in the Mallee region. We maintain high expectations for student achievement while providing a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where both students and staff can thrive. We are currently looking for a motivated teacher with a deep understanding of current literacy and numeracy pedagogy, tied to the South Australian Curriculum, to lead our year 1/2/3 class. To be successful in this role, you will need excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Coomandook Area School is located within the Country Incentive Zone and is supported by the Country Housing Initiative. In addition to salary, further financial incentives may apply depending on the site location: www.education.sa.gov.au/country teaching. Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the below questions in an application response: What strategies do you use to promote excellence and equity in student learning? What approaches would you use to foster strong relationships that support student engagement? How have you worked as part of a team to contribute to improving teaching practice and student learning outcomes? Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered. Site: Coomandook Area School Local Partnership: Coorong & Mallee Tenure: 22/01/2027 to 26/01/2028 Fraction of time: 1.0 Subject: Primary to Year 3 Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions School Website: https://www.coomyas.sa.edu.au Eligibility and Application Instructions We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Core Responsibilities
Lead teaching for a Year 1/2/3 class and support student learning in line with the South Australian Curriculum. Promote strong learning outcomes and student engagement through effective teaching, communication, and collaboration with colleagues.
Requirements
Applicants should have a strong understanding of current literacy and numeracy pedagogy aligned with the South Australian Curriculum. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are required.
Benefits
- Country Incentive Zone
- Country Housing Initiative
- Potential Additional Financial Incentives
About Department for Education, South Australia
Industry: Government Administration
Company size: 10,001+ employees
We aim to achieve quality learning and wellbeing outcomes for children and young people. We manage South Australia’s public education system, with the goal of delivering world-class primary and secondary education in all areas of the curriculum. We also work closely with families to ensure our most vulnerable children and young people are supported and protected so they can grow up to be their best.