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Enjoy short commutes – all 9 colleges and our 92 public schools are within a 30-minute drive, giving you more time for what matters.

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Join our growing team of passionate senior secondary teachers in ACT public schools. We are offering passionate and dedicated Senior Secondary Teachers for permanent and contract positions in college settings across Canberra. These roles involve inspiring and educating our Years 11 and 12 students, preparing them for their future pursuits and lifelong learning.

Teaching specialisations in years 11 and 12 include Design and Technology; English; Humanities and Social Sciences; Inclusive and Disability Educators; 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 pay and conditions in Australia. Graduate salary starts at $89,501 and experienced teacher salaries range from $106,553 to $126,838.

Generous superannuation: 11.5%, increasing to 12.5% from 1 January 2026.

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

Salary packaging: Options with full fringe benefits tax concessions.

Supportive environment: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Employer sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates.

About the ACT Education Directorate Colleges:

Our colleges use the ACT Board of Secondary Studies (BSSS) Curriculum. ACT colleges operate on a continuous school-based assessment model. This means there are no external examinations apart from the ACT Scaling Test (AST) in Year 12. Instead, students are assessed on their learning throughout the 2 years focusing on different themes, concepts or skills.

Colleges and their teachers help create the curriculum and decide which courses to offer students. They provide high-quality educational programs in both regular academic subjects and Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses. VET courses teach students practical skills and allow them to earn credits for both a VET qualification and a Senior Secondary Certificate, improving job prospects and provides a better learning experience.

Teachers applying from interstate can use existing skills and experience as course and content knowledge is easily transferrable.

For more information on our 9 colleges across Canberra visit our website.

About the role:

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

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

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 senior 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.

Eligibility requirements:

To apply, you must have:

A recognised four-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.

How to apply:

Apply via our job portal with:

Your resume/CV detailing your experience and teaching qualifications.

A statement showing how your experience fits with the 7 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership’s (AITSL) teacher standards.

Contact details for two teaching referees.

For more information on applying for a teaching role in an ACT public school click here.

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 encouraged to apply. For more information on the rewarding careers in education click here.

All offers of employment are made under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and 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).