TEMPORARY TEACHER - PARALOWIE R-12 SCHOOL - LITERACY INTERVENTION YEARS 5 - 9

TEMPORARY TEACHER - PARALOWIE R-12 SCHOOL - LITERACY INTERVENTION YEARS 5 - 9

Position No: 2026-1099-TCH-C-3-90

Applications Close: 20/07/2026 11:30 PM

Position Descriptor:

Job Description (Key Responsibilities) The Literacy Intervention Teacher will work collaboratively with staff to improve literacy outcomes for students in Years 5-9, with a particular focus on those requiring targeted intervention. The role will include:

• Planning, delivering, and evaluating targeted literacy intervention programs for small groups and individual students.
• Using data (e.g. formative and summative assessment) to identify student needs, monitor progress, and adjust teaching accordingly.
• Implementing evidence-based literacy practices, including explicit teaching of reading, writing, and comprehension strategies.
• Maintaining accurate records of student progress and contributing to reporting processes.
• Communicating effectively with staff, students, and families regarding student progress and strategies for support.
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-expectations learning environment.

Person Specification (Skills, Knowledge & Experience)

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in teaching literacy, particularly in upper primary and/or middle years (Years 5-9).
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction (e.g. P.A, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing).
• Proven ability to analyse student data and use it to inform targeted teaching and intervention.
• Highly effective explicit teaching practice, including the ability to scaffold learning for diverse learners.
• Experience working with students requiring additional support, including those below benchmark.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to whole-school improvement.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

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

Site: Paralowie School

Local Partnership: Orion

Tenure: 20/07/2026 to 11/12/2026

Fraction of time: 1.0

Subject: English to Year 7

Subject: Middle School to Year 9

Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website: https://paralowie.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.