Instructional Specialist - Bothwell District School - 980968

Department for Education, Children and Young People; Hobart; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted fitness access

Wellbeing counselling

Child-safe organisation

Job summary

Department for Education, Children and Young People is seeking a registered teacher to support the implementation of reading and numeracy strategies in Tasmanian schools. The role focuses on evidence-based literacy and numeracy practices and MTSS, with emphasis on quality Tier 1 instruction and targeted Tier 2/3 supports.

The position is part-time (35 hours per fortnight) and requires current Tasmanian RWVP registration. Additional benefits include wellbeing and fitness programs for DECYP staff.

Qualifications

• A registered teacher with full registration under the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
• Current Tasmanian RWVP registration with Employment status.
• Desirable: four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service Award.

Education

A registered teacher with full registration (Teachers Registration Act 2000)

Current Tasmanian RWVP registration (Employment status)

Four years or more training as defined in Tasmanian Teaching Service Award

Job description

About The Role

This role supports the implementation of the minimum schooling guarantee for reading and, where capacity allows, strengthening numeracy practices. Working with school leaders and teaching teams, the role promotes evidence-based literacy and numeracy strategies and supports implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including quality Tier 1 instruction and effective Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports.

We are offering

• 4 February 2027 to 24 September 2027
• Part-time, 35 hours per fortnight
• We are a child-safe organisation

Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!

Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

Essential

• A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment

Desirable

• Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005.

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

More information

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone [phone] or email [e-mail].

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

• Name: Erika Boas
• Title: Principal - Bothwell District School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

About DECYP

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values-based culture.