TEMPORARY TEACHER - OODNADATTA ABORIGINAL SCHOOL - PRESCHOOL/JUNIOR PRIMARY

TEMPORARY TEACHER - OODNADATTA ABORIGINAL SCHOOL - PRESCHOOL/JUNIOR PRIMARY

Position No: 2026-0324-TCH-B-4-6

Applications Close: 26/07/2026 11:30 PM

Position Descriptor: Oodnadatta Aboriginal School is a welcoming, community-focused school located in the far north of South Australia. Rich in Aboriginal culture, history and connection, Oodnadatta offers a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families while experiencing a rewarding outback lifestyle. Oodnadatta is a close-knit community with a Pink Roadhouse, medical clinic and police station, while Coober Pedy is 2 hours away and provides access to additional services.

We're looking for a passionate and capable Preschool/Reception Teacher committed to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive early years education.

Why choose us?

• Access generous country teaching incentives, subsidies, allowances and relocation support - education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching.
• Work alongside Aboriginal children, families and community members in a culturally rich and rewarding environment.
• Be part of a small, supportive team that values collaboration, inclusion and strong community relationships.
• Experience a unique outback lifestyle while making a lasting impact on future generations.

Whether you're looking to deepen your practice, take the next step in your career or be part of a community that truly values its people, this could be the right fit for you.

What you will do:

• Design, implement and evaluate engaging learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Reception Australian Curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing and culturally affirming environment that celebrates Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing.
• Use play-based pedagogy and intentional teaching to support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build strong partnerships with children, families, community members and support services, while contributing to assessment, reporting and whole-school priorities.

Ready to bring your brilliance to Oodnadatta Aboriginal School? Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the below questions in an application response:

1. Provide an example of when you have actively created working relationships that have resulted in you connecting with your colleagues, sharing practices, and learning from one another to support your learners to thrive.
2. Explain a time where you have empowered your learners, giving them agency to shape a learning experience. What was the outcome?
3. Describe a time where evaluation of your teaching has led to a change in your teaching practice?

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

• Site: Oodnadatta Aboriginal School
• Local Partnership: Far North
• Tenure: 12/10/2026 to 26/01/2028
• Fraction of time: 1.0
• Subject: Aboriginal Education to Year 1
• Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
• School Website: http://www.oodnadattaab.sa.edu.au

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.