Work in a dynamic and established school dedicated to delivering high-quality Steiner education. Situated on Arrernte country at the foothills of the Tjoritja Ranges, just 10 minutes from the township of Mparntwe/Alice Springs.

• Contract: Full-time, commencing Term 2, 2025 (15th of April 2025).
• Salary: $ 92,215 to 131,349 (depending on experience)
• Closing Date: Tuesday the 18th of March 2025

The Alice Springs Steiner School is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Class Teacher for Class 3, to commence in Term 2, 2025. The successful applicant will be passionate about education, with an understanding of Steiner pedagogy and a willingness to deepen their knowledge.

At The Alice Springs Steiner School, the Class Teacher is supported by experienced release specialists and individual support assistants. A Learning Support Coordinator also assists the teacher and individual students with diverse learning needs.

Join Our Vibrant Community at The Alice Springs Steiner School!

If you are a passionate educator looking for a unique teaching experience, then we want to talk to you. The Alice Springs Steiner School offers a truly distinctive environment for both teachers and students. Nestled in the heart of Central Australia, we provide an education deeply rooted in the principles of Steiner pedagogy, focusing on creativity, sustainability, and community. Our students thrive in an environment where nature, art, and academics come together, creating a rich, holistic educational experience.

Living in Alice Springs is an adventure like no other. Surrounded by the breathtaking Tjoritja (West MacDonnell) Ranges and rich in Aboriginal cultural heritage, Central Australia offers a vibrant mix of outdoor exploration, community engagement, and an exceptional quality of life. Whether it's hiking through stunning desert landscapes, learning about the oldest living cultures, or enjoying a laid-back, close-knit town atmosphere, Alice Springs is a place where both work and life come alive in meaningful ways.

Come be part of a dynamic school community and an unforgettable lifestyle. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Key Responsibilities

• Work effectively with the College of Teachers, Principal and Administration Staff
• Plan, implement, document, assess and report on teaching programs aligned to the Australian Steiner Curriculum Framework (ASCF), which is recognised by the Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA).
• Develop educational adjustment plans and other adjustments for individual students based on best practice interventions for inclusion, wellbeing, and learning.
• Maintain accurate records of class attendance, engage with incident reporting, behaviour management reporting and mandatory reporting as required.
• Supervise a range of student activities including support and welfare programs, Festivals.
• Preparation and presentation of all Main Lesson blocks and other lesson plans when requested. This necessitates a good knowledge of the Steiner curriculum at the time of appointment.
• Preparation and presentation of all lessons not covered by specialist teachers, such as painting, modelling, drawing, form drawing, recorder, singing, handcraft etc.
• Liaising with specialist teachers concerning their program and students' progress.
• Assessment of students' progress, academic and social.
• Carrying daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms and preparing for Festivals.
• Keep adequate records including rolls, programs, scope, and sequence documents, plans of work and reviews, assessments, and reports.
• Liaise with parents and undertake home visits as required and promote healthy development of harmonious social relationships amongst the student cohort.
• Maintain classroom. Care of aesthetic environment; blackboard work, artistic presentation.
• Participate in the teacher mentor, self-appraisal, and evaluation process.
• Attend school between hours of 8.00am and 4.00pm to: Facilitate classroom preparation and atmosphere and to welcome children - Tidy-up room at the end of the day.
• Comply with the policies, educational/philosophical expectations, and guidelines of the school– which include yearly curriculum overviews, lesson plans, student records and reports, teacher appraisals and reviews.

Qualifications

The applicant must be a Registered Teacher in the NT (TRB), and provide a current Ochre Card, Police Check and First Aid Certificate (or be able to provide these prior to the contract start date).

Moving to the Northern Territory

The Alice Springs Steiner School offers a generous relocation allowance ($5000) if the successful applicant is located outside of the Northern Territory.

Applications should include:

1. A Cover Letter
2. A CV including registration details.
3. The names, positions, and telephone contact numbers for at least three referees who can comment on your suitability for this position, including one referee at your current school.

If you would like to know more information about the job or our school, please visit alicesteiner.nt.edu.au or phone 08 8953 4578 to speak to the Principal, Dina Fieck.

Applications close Tuesday the 18th of March 2025

Please email your application to [email protected].