ONGOING TEACHER - SWAN REACH AS - MATHEMATICS / SCIENCE

Department for Education, South Australia; Swan Reach; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Reach Area School in the Murraylands, South Australia, invites applications for an ongoing Science and Mathematics teacher role focused on space science, with access to the Swan Reach Observatory and Dark Sky Reserve. You will teach Science and Mathematics to secondary students, develop learning experiences with observatory staff, and connect astronomy with STEM projects.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the Teachers Registration Board of SA are required; we value

Qualifications

• Passion for Science, Mathematics, and space science education.
• Willingness to pioneer curriculum linked to our Dark Sky Reserve.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging Science and Mathematics to secondary students, emphasising space science
• Develop innovative learning experiences alongside observatory staff and scientific partners
• Create real-world learning links, including astronomical observation and STEM projects

Skills

Science

Mathematics

Space science

Education

Teaching qualification

Registration with TRB SA

Job description

ONGOING TEACHER - SWAN REACH AS - MATHEMATICS / SCIENCE

Position No: 2027-0423-TCH-A-0-2
Applications Close: 15/10/2026 11:30PM
Position Descriptor: Swan Reach Area School is a welcoming, community-focused school located in the Murrayland region, South Australia. We're committed to innovation, inclusion and the pursuit of high expectations. Our values shape everything we do, from classroom practice to community engagement.
When you work with the Department for Education, you join a community of more than 30,000 remarkable people, each one driven to help students unlock their potential. We work with shared purpose and welcome your unique perspective, because it's the diversity of thought and experience that makes us strong.

Swan Reach Area School is seeking a passionate, innovative Science and Mathematics teacher for a permanent role with a focus on space science. Our school's unique location-adjacent to the Swan Reach Observatory and within the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve-offers exceptional opportunities to inspire students through astronomy and STEM.

Swan Reach boasts some of Australia's clearest, darkest skies. We have the opportunity to connect students with real-world space science, leveraging strong partnerships with the Swan Reach Observatory to bring our curriculum to life.

Why choose us?

• Small class sizes; supportive and collaborative staff
• Direct access to the Swan Reach Observatory and other resources
• The chance to lead space science initiatives within the Australian and SA

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach engaging Science and Mathematics to secondary students, emphasising space science
• Develop innovative learning experiences alongside observatory staff and scientific partners
• Create real-world learning links, including astronomical observation and STEM projects

Candidate Profile:

• Passion for Science, Mathematics, and space science education
• Willingness to pioneer curriculum linked to our Dark Sky Reserve
• Strong relationship-building skills with students, staff, families, and community

What you'll need:

• Relevant teaching qualification and registration with the Teachers Registration of Board of South Australia - https://trb.sa.edu.au/Registering-to-Teach
• Demonstrated ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, families and colleagues

Site: Swan Reach Area School
Local Partnership: Waikerie
Tenure: 22/01/2027 ongoing
Fraction of time: 1.0
Subject: Scientific Studies to Year 12
Subject: Mathematics (including General Maths) to Year 11
Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
School Website: http://www.swanrchas.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.