Permanent Space Science & Math Teacher

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

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