Position No:
*********-ITT-B-0-4
Applications Close:
01/11/2026 11:30PM
Position Descriptor
Are you looking for a teaching role that is truly out of the ordinary?
School of the Air (SOTA) is seeking a passionate and adventurous Itinerant Teacher to support isolated students across South Australia.
This is far more than a traditional classroom position.
It is an opportunity to take learning beyond four walls, bringing education directly to students living in some of the most remote, remarkable and inspiring parts of the state.
If you are passionate about equity in education and thrive on connection, independence and adventure, this could be the role for you.
About the role
As an Itinerant Teacher, you will travel to students' home learning environments to provide educational support, strengthen learning partnerships, and help ensure every child has access to quality education, no matter where they live.
You will play a vital role in supporting students, families and supervisors, while working closely with the wider SOTA teaching team to enhance student learning and engagement.
Who we're looking for
Passionate about accessible education, with a commitment to helping remote students succeed
Energetic and an excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with students, families and supervisors
Flexible and open-minded, ready to adapt to a distinctive and rewarding style of teaching
Respectful and qualified, understanding the importance of working within family homes, stations and workplaces
Supportive and encouraging, with the ability to guide governesses and parent supervisors in delivering lessons
Collaborative, working in partnership with classroom teachers to enrich student learning
Independent and confident,



comfortable with solo travel and extended outback drives
Resilient and resourceful, able to manage changing conditions and the challenges of remote travel
Organised and responsible, ensuring the care of government vehicles and teaching resources
What you'll be doing
Travel significant distances to visit students in their home-based learning environments
Support parent supervisors and governesses in delivering educational programs
Teach and oversee Health and Physical Education (HPE) within an asynchronous learning model
Build strong, positive relationships with students, families and the School of the Air team
Help create meaningful learning experiences for students living in isolated communities
Why join School of the Air?
Experience outback South Australia in a way few people ever do
Be part of a warm, supportive and innovative team that values connection, community and excellence
Make a genuine difference in the lives of students and families who rely on this vital educational model
Work in a new purpose-built school, in collaboration with the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS), both vital Health and Education are co-located and serve communities within Outback SA.
Enjoy a role that is both professionally rewarding and personally unforgettable
Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.
Site:
OAC Port Augusta School of the Air
Local Partnership:
Central East
Tenure:
22/01/2027 to 26/01/2028
Fraction of time:
1.0
Subject:
Primary to Year 6
Conditions:
$95,592 - $138,641 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
School Website:

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.
If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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