Teacher - Languages - Japanese

Join to apply for the Teacher - Languages - Japanese role at Department of Education, Western Australia.

Pearsall Primary School is an Independent Public School. Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 are catered for in a safe caring learning environment. Our vision is to encourage students to be independent and achieve the best they can academically and socially; by using a philosophy - I have the leader in me. Our teachers strive to provide the best learning opportunities for each student, putting students first. We are committed to nurturing confident and caring students who embrace opportunities and contribute meaningfully to their community. Our highly qualified and professional staff are supported by excellent facilities and provide a warm and supportive learning environment to enable students to thrive.

This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026.

We seek motivated applicants with an in-depth understanding of the Western Australian Languages Curriculum and contemporary pedagogical practices to support second language learning. Applicants should have knowledge in teaching the Japanese Language, classroom teaching and high-level Japanese speaking, reading and writing skills.

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four pages demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
• A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH993273

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 16 September 2025