Position Descriptor:
Minlaton District School is seeking a passionate Design and Technology teacher to join our R-12 team from the beginning of 2027.

Build a rewarding career while enjoying an exceptional coastal-country lifestyle. Minlaton is the service centre of southern Yorke Peninsula, surrounded by welcoming communities and spectacular coastline. Enjoy beaches, fishing, surfing, boating, sport, short commutes, affordable living and genuine work-life balance, within easy reach of Adelaide.

MDS is a connected R-12 school where students are known, supported and challenged. Our improvement journey focuses on evidence-informed teaching, improved achievement, learner agency, wellbeing and belonging, and authentic learning linked to community, culture, industry and future pathways.

This position will primarily involve teaching Years 6-12, with opportunities to explore R-12 flexibilities according to the successful applicant's strengths and the school's needs. The role offers scope to shape practical, creative and future-focused learning connected with local agriculture, trades, engineering, enterprise and community needs.

In addition to salary, this position attracts a country incentive allowance paid fortnightly. Teachers moving for their first country appointment are generally eligible for relocation assistance.



Housing support and rental concessions are available through the Country Housing Service, and a one-off payment applies to a first permanent country appointment.

Application questions :
1. Describe how you have used evidence of learning and evaluation of practice to improve achievement in Design and Technology. What was the impact?
2. Give an example of an authentic design project that developed creativity, problem-solving, learner agency and transfer of learning. What did students achieve?
3. Describe how you built an industry or community partnership to create authentic learning. How would you apply that experience to strengthen student outcomes?

Please note that part time and versatile arrangements will be considered.

Site:

Minlaton District School

Local Partnership:

Southern Yorke

Tenure:

22/01/2027 ongoing

Fraction of time:

1.0

Subject:

Design and Technology - Materials to Year 12

Conditions:

$84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website:

http://www.minlatonds.sa.edu.au

Eligibility and Application Instructions

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.

📌 ONGOING TEACHER - MINLATON DISTRICT SCHOOL - DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY / PLUS ANOTHER SUBJECT (Hoyleton)
🏢 Department For Education, South Australia
📍 Hoyleton