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TEMPORARY TEACHER - PORT AUGUSTA SPECIAL SCHOOL - SPECIAL EDUCATION NIT (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)
Position No:
*********-TCH-C-1-11
Applications Close:
24/05/2026 11:30PM
Position Descriptor
Port Augusta Special School (PASpS) is a special school catering to students from years Reception to Year 12. Students at PASpS have a range of disabilities that impact on their learning; all have intellectual disabilities and some have physical disabilities. Some students have complex communication needs and are non-verbal. The successful applicant will be expected to use a range of communication systems, specifically, Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) so knowledge of and experience in using PODD communication books and Proloquo2Go are essential.
Teaching and learning is planned using ABLES and the Australian Curriculum for students in years R-10. Years ***** students undertake modified SACE programs. All students have One Plans incorporating individualised goals. The school uses ABLES SA to assess the students and support their individual learning plans. Knowledge of this would be desirable.
Experience in differentiating the curriculum for students with disabilities is essential. The teacher will be required to lead their teaching and learning team, including SSOs, therefore their ability to operate collaboratively within a team is essential. We have a whole-school, balanced literacy program using Emergent—Transitional—Conventional Literacy and synthetic phonics. Knowledge of and experience in teaching a balanced literacy program is highly desirable.



Demonstrated experience in using a range of strategies to support students to develop appropriate behaviours in the classroom & community is essential. More than one position available.
Salary & Conditions
Tenure:
20/05/2026 to 11/12/2026
Fraction of time:
1.0
Subject:
Special School to Year 12
Conditions:
$84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
Site:
Port Augusta Special School
Local Partnership:
Port Augusta - Quorn
In addition to the salary, other financial incentives may apply depending on the site location: /countryteaching.
Application Process
Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the following questions in an application response:
Provide an example of when you have actively created working relationships that have resulted in you connecting with your colleagues, sharing practices, and learning from one another to support your learners to thrive.
Describe a time when you empowered your learners by giving them agency to shape their learning experience. How did you evaluate the effectiveness of this approach, and what impact did it have on your teaching practice?
Describe a time when you worked with students who were particularly challenging. How did you build relationships with them, and how did this influence your teaching practices and improve outcomes in the classroom? Please note that part time and versatile arrangements will be considered.
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.
School Website:
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📌 Temporary Teacher - Port Augusta Special School - Special Education Nit (Port Augusta West)
🏢 Department For Education, South Australia
📍 Port Augusta West