<p><strong>Secondary Teachers: permanent and contract positions</strong> <strong>– Teach in Canberra</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive public school pay and conditions that rank among Australia’s best.</li><li>Incremental salary progression, starting from <strong>$88,615 </strong>for new educators<strong> </strong>and<strong> </strong>from <strong>$105,498 </strong>to<strong> $125,582 </strong>for experienced educators, rewarding you for your expertise and dedication to teaching.</li><li>Up to <strong>$12K</strong> relocation reimbursement for interstate/international teachers.</li></ul><p><a href="https://form.jotform.com/230168391208858" rel="nofollow"><strong>APPLY HERE</strong></a></p><p>We are seeking passionate and qualified secondary classroom teachers<strong> </strong>for permanent and contract positions in ACT public schools. Teaching areas of specialisation include:</p><ul><li><strong>English </strong></li><li><strong>Inclusive and Disability Educators</strong></li><li><strong>Mathematics</strong></li><li><strong>Physical Education, Health and Outdoor Education</strong></li><li><strong>Languages – Mandarin, Spanish, Italian</strong></li><li><strong>Science</strong></li><li><strong>Visual and Performing Arts</strong></li><li><strong>Design and Technology</strong></li><li><strong>Information Technology</strong></li><li><strong>Humanities and Social Sciences</strong></li></ul><p>We recruit teachers across all specialisations for all ACT public schools. We still encourage you to apply if your teaching specialisation is not listed above.</p><p>We believe in the life changing impact of education. We are guided by the <a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/our-priorities/future-of-education/whats-happening-now-implementing-phase-two" rel="nofollow">Future of Education Strategy</a>, where our students are central to everything we do. The growing ACT public education system educates more than 51,000 students across 92 public schools, from early childhood to college. </p><p>All ACT public schools teach the <a href="https://v9.australiancurriculum.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">Australian Curriculum (V9.0)</a> from kindergarten to year 10. The <a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/about-us/all-news-and-news-alerts/news-items/june-2024/introducing-strong-foundations" rel="nofollow">Strong Foundations</a> initiative strengthens our approach to literacy and numeracy education for better student outcomes and workloads for teachers and school leavers.</p><p>In ACT public schools, you can use your expertise as a classroom teacher in a range of secondary settings, including years 7 to 10 high schools, larger preschool to year 10 schools and in colleges teaching years 11 and 12. </p><p>For more information about public schools and working for the ACT Education Directorate visit the <a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/home" rel="nofollow">website</a>.</p><p><strong>About you: </strong></p><ul><li>You have relevant and recognised tertiary qualifications. </li><li>Have a passion for teaching and education and support a student-centred approach to learning. </li><li>Have the expertise and the ability to teach across a broad age and ability range.</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge and successful application of the Australian Curriculum and outcomes-based learning. </li><li>Have positive classroom management skills and the ability to communicate effectively.</li><li>Proven experience establishing and fostering relationships with students, staff and parents/carers.</li><li>Are committed to supporting the wellbeing of students.</li></ul><p><strong>We offer: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Competitive teacher salary packages that rank among the nation’s best public school pay and conditions</strong> and a better classification structure that supports school leaders, new educators, and experienced teachers. </li><li>A three-year <a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/working-with-us/new-educator-support" rel="nofollow"><strong>New Educator Support Program</strong></a> helps transition new educators from a graduate to a proficient teacher. </li><li>Opportunities for <strong>experienced educators to progress their careers and move schools without needing to relocate</strong>, as our 92 schools are all within a 30-minute drive from wherever you live in Canberra. </li><li>An <strong>Enterprise Agreement that prioritises teacher wellbeing and better workloads</strong> for teachers and school leaders.</li><li><strong>Four staff development days a year</strong> (student-free) at the beginning of each term.</li><li><strong>Ongoing professional learning and development </strong>opportunities<strong>. </strong></li></ul><p>Joining the ACT Education Directorate is not just a teaching position for now; it’s a choice for your future. You’ll receive benefits and entitlements that make us an employer of choice for teachers.</p><p><strong>Eligibility requirements for employment</strong></p><p>To be eligible to be employed as a teacher in an ACT public school, you must: </p><ul><li><strong>Education qualifications</strong> – Have an approved four-year full-time tertiary education qualification. Applicants with qualifications gained outside of Australia should complete a skills assessment by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) to confirm qualification requirements and English language proficiency to teach in Australian schools. Detailed information is available from the <a href="https://www.aitsl.edu.au/migrate-to-australia/apply-for-a-skills-assessment" rel="nofollow">AITSL website</a>. </li><li><strong>Teacher registration</strong> – Hold  a valid approval to teach with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). If you do not hold a teacher registration with the ACT TQI, we suggest starting your <a href="https://www.tqi.act.edu.au/registration/how-to-apply" rel="nofollow">application process</a> at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity. Teachers holding registration in another Australian state or territory or New Zealand are eligible for mutual recognition.</li><li><strong>Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration – </strong>Have a valid ACT WWVP. If you don’t, we suggest starting your <a href="https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/business-and-work/working-with-vulnerable-people/apply-for-or-renew-a-wwvp-registration" rel="nofollow">application process</a> at the same time.</li><li><strong>Approved working status – </strong>Be an Australian citizen and/or be permanent resident and/or hold a valid working visa. Business sponsorship is available and assessed on an individual basis. Email <a href="mailto:eduteachingincanberra&#64;act.gov.au" rel="nofollow">eduteachingincanberra&#64;act.gov.au</a> to find out more.</li></ul><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>Apply via our job portal <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230168391208858" rel="nofollow">here</a>, noting you will need to provide:</p><ul><li><strong>A statement</strong> (maximum three pages) outlining how your practical experience aligns with the <strong>seven</strong> AITSL Standards (<a href="https://www.aitsl.edu.au/standards" rel="nofollow">Australian Professional Standards for Teachers</a>). To assist you, refer to the Applicant Pack.</li><li><strong>Your resume/CV</strong> outlining your teaching experience and qualifications to teach.</li><li><strong>Evidence of your teacher registration</strong> or, if currently studying, evidence of your enrolment in an accredited initial teacher education course. </li><li><strong>Two completed teaching referee reports</strong>, one being from a current or previous manager/supervisor.</li></ul><p>We welcome teacher applications all year round. Please email us at <a href="mailto:eduteacherrecruitment&#64;act.gov.au" rel="nofollow"><strong>eduteacherrecruitment&#64;act.gov.au</strong></a><strong> </strong>to find out about the many opportunities with our <a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/working-with-us/teach-in-canberra" rel="nofollow">ACT public schools</a>. </p><p><i>The ACT Public Service is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and those who identify as LGBTQIA&#43; are encouraged to apply.</i></p><p><i>All offers of employment are made under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks. All new ACTPS employees must complete pre-employment checks before starting employment and hold Mandatory Registration to Teach in the ACT (Active TQI and Working with Vulnerable People Registration). </i></p>