Italian Language Teachers: Primary and Secondary - permanent and temporary positions

- Competitive public school pay and conditions that rank among Australia’s best.

- Incremental salary progression, starting from $91,396 for new educators and from $108,619 to $129,106 for experienced educators, rewarding you for your expertise and dedication to teaching.

- Up to $12K relocation reimbursement for interstate/international teachers.

APPLY HERE The ACT Education Directorate is seeking passionate and dedicated Italian Language Teachers for permanent and temporary positions in primary schools and secondary school settings across Canberra. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students in the study of the Italian language and culture, foster intercultural understanding, and make a meaningful contribution to their educational journey.

We believe in the life changing impact of education. We are guided by the Future of Education Strategy, where our students are central to everything we do. The growing ACT public education system educates more than 51,000 students across 93 public schools, from early childhood to college.

In ACT public schools, you can use your teaching expertise in a range of settings, including Kindergarten to year 6 primary schools, 7 to 10 high schools, larger preschool to year 10 schools and in colleges teaching years 11 and 12.

For more information about our public schools and working for the ACT Education Directorate visit the website.

About you:

- Have relevant and recognised teaching qualifications with a specialisation or strong background in Italian language, including advanced speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

- Demonstrated knowledge and successful application of the Australian Curriculum in the teaching of Italian.

- Have a passion for teaching and education and support a student-centred approach to learning.

- Have developed positive classroom management skills and dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

- Proven experience establishing and fostering relationships with students, staff and parents/carers.





- Are committed to supporting the wellbeing of students.

What we offer:

- Competitive teacher salary packages that rank among the nation’s best public school pay and conditions and a better classification structure that supports school leaders, current educators, and experienced teachers. · A three-year New Educator Support Program that helps transition new educators from a graduate to a proficient teacher.

- Opportunities for experienced educators to progress their careers and move schools without needing to relocate, as our 93 schools are all within a 30-minute drive from wherever you live in Canberra.

- An Enterprise Agreement that prioritises teacher wellbeing and better workloads for teachers and school leaders.

- Four staff development days a year (student-free) at the beginning of each term.

- Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities.

Joining the ACT Education Directorate is not just a teaching position for now; it’s a choice for your future. You’ll receive benefits and entitlements that make us an employer of choice for teachers.

Eligibility requirements for employment To apply and work as a teacher in an ACT public school, you must have:

- Education qualifications – Have an approved four-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.

- Teacher registration – Hold a valid approval to teach with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). If you do not hold a teacher registration with the ACT TQI, we suggest starting your application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity. Teachers holding registration in another Australian state or territory or New Zealand are eligible for mutual recognition.

- Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP)



registration – Have a valid ACT WWVP. If you don’t, we suggest starting your application process at the same time.

- Approved working in Australia status as either an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid working visa.

- Applicants with qualifications gained outside of Australia should complete a skills assessment by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) to confirm qualification requirements and English language proficiency to teach in Australian schools. Detailed information is available from the AITSL website.

How to apply:

Apply via our job portal here, noting you will need to provide:

- A statement (maximum three pages) outlining how your practical experience aligns with the seven AITSL Standards (Australian Professional Standards for Teachers).

- Your resume/CV (maximum two pages) outlining your teaching experience and qualifications to teach.

- Evidence of your teacher registration or, if currently studying, evidence of your enrolment in an accredited initial teacher education course.

- Two completed teaching referee reports, one being from a current or previous manager/supervisor.

Some language teachers may be eligible for employment under a Specialist Permit to Teach. To find out more, please contact *@act.gov.au.

We welcome teacher applications all year round. Please email us at *@act.gov.au to find out about the many opportunities with our ACT public schools.

The ACT Public Service is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply.

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).

📌 Language Teacher - Italian (Canberra)
🏢 ACT Education Directorate
📍 Canberra