K - Year 1 Teacher for Small Kimberley School

Are you a passionate teacher with the ability to develop strong rapport with students? Do you have the capability to bring an inclusive, adaptable and student-focused approach to teaching? Can you create flexible and engaging learning experiences that ensure every student thrives? An opportunity awaits in the East Kimberley on Gooniyandi Country, around five hours south of Kununurra. This K-10 community school of approximately 55 students, was established after local families chose to keep their children learning close to home, rather than sending them to distant towns.   As the K - Year 1 Teacher, you will work in partnership with Aboriginal Education Workers to deliver literacy and numeracy programs through hands-on, practical activities ensuring students connect with education in meaningful and relevant ways.   Students begin school with a deep cultural knowledge of their land, identity and language. This knowledge is recognised and embedded in the schools programs. Many students proudly share their culture and language with teachers—a powerful way to build respectful relationships and strengthen ties with the wider community. Kriol is the first language spoken by most students, with Gooniyandi—the local traditional language—playing a vital role in family and community life. You may also hear Walmajarri, Kija, and Jaru, reflecting the strong kinship ties within the region. Families place great importance on children learning and preserving their traditional language.   A culturally significant place in the region is Gilligowa, a permanent spring and sacred site. Its Dreaming story has been passed down for generations and continues to be shared with students today—often during visits to swim and connect with Country and culture.   The four main priorities for the school include

• Maintaining high expectations for language and cultural learning in all three languages - Standard Australian English (SAE), Kriol and the local traditional language
• Strengthening school and community partnerships and communication
• Developing a culture of belonging and well-being
• Building skills for the future through all learning areas.

The school has excellent facilities including a covered basketball court, full commercial grade kitchen, music class, art class and a traditional learning space. All classrooms are well equipped to service the learning needs of students and have interactive whiteboards as well as class sets of iPads.  This is a full-time position commencing in Term 3, 2025, for a period of six months, with a strong possibility of extension. A separate K-Year 1 teaching position is also available. Employment opportunities for partners may be available in areas such as maintenance, gardening, administration, and cooking.   Responsibilities include: Some of your key duties will include (but will not be limited to): 

• Selecting, modifying and developing the curriculum and teaching materials for use, in co-operation with the community, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal school staff 
• Providing professional support for Aboriginal staff and developing an effective team-teaching approach to the delivery of curriculum content
• After school activities to increase engagement with our community and students
• Providing effective on-going evaluation of teaching and learning approaches as well as individual student progress
• Working effectively with other teaching staff to maintain a positive, whole school approach to behaviour management
• Using the AITSL Australian professional standards for teachers to identify your own on-going professional learning needs 

Benefits The school will provide the following benefits:

• Salary between $86,000-$128,000 plus super at 12%
• Furnished accommodation with utilities and internet 
• $211.00 remote allowance a fortnight
• Relocation assistance
• Yearly Flights, and Travel allowance paid prorata
• Long Service Leave after 3 years
• Yearly bonus of $20,000 after a year of service
• Retention bonus of $3,000 (25% on commencement and 75% end of first year)
• Bonus equivalent to 3 weeks pay after 2 full years of service.
• Potential to salary sacrifice to a maximum of $30,000 (approx $15,000 cash value)
• Teaching couples welcome to apply
• Possibility of employment for a partner
• Pet friendly

Footprint Placements will provide benefits to assist you in your transition to remote life, including:

• Trauma Responsive Practice in Education course with the Australian Childhood Foundation.
• Cultural Competency course with Stronger Smarter Institute (one term+ contracts).
• First aid certification (6 month+ contracts).

Requirements You will be required to hold a bachelors degree (or equivalent), registered (or ability to) with TRBWA and a WA Working With Children check in addition to,

• A strong interest in Aboriginal culture, traditions and issues
• A high standard of competency and proficiency as a classroom teacher
• Comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum to ensure effective planning and development of the whole school approach to learning
• Ability to differentiate for a variety of needs in the classroom, including EAL/D and learning challenges
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to use technology to enhance learning, communication and systems
• Good administrative skills
• A willingness to work collaboratively with staff and community
• Ability to build relationships and listen to the needs of the students, school and community
• Be prepared to learn from your students, and teaching methods from Indigenous staff 

Desirable

• Experience in positive behaviour management and/or the willingness to develop a further understanding of the impacts of trauma
• Experience working in a remote environment and/or with EAL/D/overseas students
• A drivers licence

How to Apply! Interested? We would love you to provide a CV with a LinkedIn profile (if you possess) and apply via our website, www.footprintplacements.com.au. Do you have a question? Email *****@footprintplacements.com.au. Looking forward to receiving your resume!    Candidates must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work.