Secondary Teacher

ACT Education Directorate; Canberra; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support up to $12K

Salary packaging

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

ACT Education Directorate in Canberra is seeking qualified secondary classroom teachers for permanent and temporary positions across ACT public schools. You will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons (years 7-12) aligned with the Australian Curriculum, manage classrooms, and build positive relationships with students, families and staff.

This role offers a strong support program for new educators, relocation assistance up to $12k, salary packaging options, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Strong curriculum knowledge and a demonstrated approach to improving student outcomes.
• 4-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration or eligibility to apply.
• Working with Vulnerable People registration or eligibility to apply.
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated teaching and learning programs (years 7–12) aligned with the Australian Curriculum and ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies Curriculum.
• Manage classrooms effectively with strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a safe, inclusive environment.
• Build respectful relationships with students, colleagues, families and the wider school community.
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives and collaborate with a professional, student-focused team.
• Demonstrate understanding of how secondary students learn and use feedback and assessment to guide progress.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning to develop teaching practice and improve student achievement.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Education

4-year teaching qualification

Job description

Secondary Teachers: Permanent and temporary positions

Grow your career with a 3-year New Educator Support Program and leadership pathways.

Less time commuting with every ACT public school within a 30-minute drive.

Work in a system where wellbeing matters, with reduced teacher workloads.

Join our team of passionate teachers in ACT public schools and make a real difference in the lives of students. We are seeking qualified secondary classroom teachers for permanent and temporary positions across Canberra.

Secondary teaching specialisations include:

• Design and Technology
• Disability Education
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Information Technology
• Languages
• Mathematics
• Physical Education, Health and Outdoor Education
• Science
• Visual and Performing Arts.

What we can offer you:

Competitive pay: Enjoy some of the best teacher salaries and conditions in Australia. Starting at $91,396 for graduate teachers, with experienced teachers earning between $108,619 and $129,106.

Relocation support: Up to $12K reimbursement for interstate and international teachers, plus extra for dependents.

Salary packaging: Options with full fringe benefits tax concessions.

Supportive environment: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

About the ACT Education Directorate:

We deliver high-quality public education for children and young people across the ACT. Our mission is to provide excellent, fair and equitable learning opportunities where every student feels safe, valued and supported to thrive.

ACT public schools educate more than 50,000 students across 93 schools including early childhood schools, preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist school settings.

Through our Strong Foundations program, we are delivering a consistent evidence-based approach to learning across ACT public schools.

More information can be found on theACT Education Directorate website.

About the role:

As a secondary teacher in an ACT public school, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated teaching and learning programs (years 7-12) that align with the Australian Curriculum (V9.0) and the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies Curriculum (years 11 and 12 colleges).

Manage classrooms effectively, using well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom where every student feels valued and motivated to learn.

Build respectful, positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and the wider school community.

Contribute to whole-school initiatives and collaborate within a professional, student-focused team.

Demonstrate a deep understanding of how secondary students learn and use feedback and assessment to guide progress.

Engage in ongoing professional learning to develop your teaching practice and enhance student achievement.

What we’re looking for:

Secondary subject expertise: Strong curriculum knowledge and a demonstrated approach to enhancing student outcomes.

Qualifications and experience: A recognised tertiary teaching qualification and experience working with secondary students.

Passion for teaching: A genuine desire to see students thrive and succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.

View our Current permanent and temporary vacancies (12 months)

View our Current Short-Term Vacancies (less than 12 months)*

*Vacancies are updated regularly.

Eligibility requirements:

To apply, you must have:

A recognised 4-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.

ACT Teacher Quality Institute Teacher Registration (or eligibility to apply).

Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration (or eligibility to apply).

Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.

The ACT Education Directorate is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Visit the website to find out more about rewarding careers when you teach in Canberra.

All offers of employment are made under thePublic Sector Management Act 1994and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks. All new ACTPS employees must complete pre-employment checks before starting employment and hold Mandatory Registration to Teach in the ACT (Active TQI and Working with Vulnerable People Registration).