Classroom Teacher

Job description

Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Palmerston College – Driver Campus

Job title Classroom Teacher - Special Education Designation Classroom Teacher

Centre

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 27/01/2026 to 26/01/2027

Salary $92,215 - $131,349 Location Palmerston

Position number 41342 RTF Closing 23/11/2025

Contact officer Maisie Floyd, Principal on or

About the agency

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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability

by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact

officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE

website.

Primary objective

A Special Education teachers play a crucial role in supporting students with disabilities, requiring specialised training and a commitment to fostering

inclusive learning environments. Special Education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical

disabilities, with a range of primary responsibilities of creating Inclusive Learning Environments to design and implement school support plans

tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. Special Education teachers are a pivotal member of the school community, they provide

instructions in academic subjects while also addressing social and behavioural skills, helping students develop self-advocacy and problem-solving

skills.

Context statement

Palmerston College – Driver Campus and Rosebery Campus are expanding to be a full comprehensive high school offering education from Year 7

through to Year 12 by 2029, providing a seamless and inclusive learning environment that caters to a diverse range of student interests and

abilities. Our curriculum is guided by the Australian Curriculum and the South Australian Certificate of Education for senior years students, and

our school is designed to deliver the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training , with all students on a NTCET pathway ensuring

that students meet the academic standards required for successful completion of secondary education. In addition to a strong academic curriculum,

the school incorporates Vocational Education and Training pathways, enabling students to gain practical skills and industry-recognised

qualifications alongside their academic studies. This dual focus equips students with both the knowledge and competencies necessary to pursue

further education, training, or direct entry into the workforce, fostering well-rounded, future-ready graduates.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Plan, prepare and explicitly deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian

Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant curriculum policies, work programs and educational trends.

2. Support students through interaction in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and

effective behaviour management practices.

3. Provide for the physical, social, cultural, and emotional well- being and safety of students whilst at school.

1. Regularly assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
2. Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department, and other

stakeholders as required.

6. Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships between the school, parents, and community.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Ability to collaboratively plan, prepare and deliver teaching and learning programs to meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning

styles of students, which are consistent with relevant curriculum policies, work programs and education trends.

2. Knowledge of and the ability to implement effective and inclusive teaching and learning processes, including the use of learning technology

and assessment, to establish a differentiated learning environment in which students are encouraged to work towards attainment of their

potential.

1. Ability to communicate and relate effectively with students through appropriate interpersonal skills.

2. Ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to establishing and maintaining a supportive learning

environment.

5. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with school staff, parents, and members of the local school community in order

to establish and develop productive partnerships, in an intercultural environment to achieve optimal educational outcomes.

6. Commitment to maintain current and relevant professional learning and meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Further information

1. All applicants must be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and have a current Working with Children

Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT.

1. All applicants completing initial teacher education (ITE) courses after 1 July 2016 are also required to provide proof of successful completion

of the national Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE students.