Indigenous Education Teacher

HARKE Recruitment ·www.harke.com.au

Location Urban, Northern Territory, Australia
Work type Remote
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Indigenous Education Teacher – Darwin, NT

Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through small-group teaching, targeted literacy and numeracy programs and culturally responsive education.

Location: Darwin, Northern Territory
School Type: Independent, co-educational P–12
Employment: Full-time, ongoing
Commencement: Term 1, January 2027
Positions Available: 2

About the School

HARKE Recruitment has partnered with a leading independent, co-educational school in Darwin, recognised for its academic standards, inclusive learning environment and commitment to Indigenous education. The school delivers a specialised education program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, including those from remote communities across Northern Australia. With small class sizes, targeted teaching and a strong focus on student wellbeing, teachers can build meaningful relationships and make a measurable difference to student learning and future pathways.

About the Role

An opportunity is available for two Indigenous Education Teachers to join a specialist Years 7–10 program supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

The program focuses on intensive literacy and numeracy development, particularly for students learning English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D). Classes follow a primary-style teaching model, with up to 12 students, allowing teachers to deliver differentiated instruction and support individual learning needs.

This role would suit a Primary or Secondary Teacher with strong literacy and numeracy teaching skills, an interest in Indigenous education and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching.

Skills and Responsibilities

  • Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy and EAL/D learning programs across Years 7–10, using explicit instruction and differentiated teaching strategies.

  • Support student wellbeing, cultural identity and belonging through safe, respectful and inclusive classroom practices.

  • Monitor individual student progress, communicate learning outcomes and maintain effective relationships with families and relevant school staff.

  • Collaborate with Indigenous education, boarding and teaching teams to support student engagement and educational pathways.

  • Contribute to curriculum planning, professional learning and the school's broader Indigenous education and co-curricular programs.

Requirements

  • Recognised Primary or Secondary teaching qualifications, with strong literacy and numeracy teaching capability.

  • Experience or a demonstrated interest in Indigenous education, EAL/D or differentiated learning.

  • Registration with, or eligibility for registration with, the Northern Territory Teacher Registration Board (NTTRB).

  • Eligibility to obtain an NT Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance).

  • Full Australian working rights.

  • Two professional referees and completion of HARKE's safeguarding and onboarding requirements.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Small class sizes of up to 12 students.

  • A dedicated Indigenous education program with targeted teaching and learning support.

  • Opportunities to work with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

  • Access to professional collaboration and development within a wider independent school network.

  • Full-time, ongoing employment commencing January 2027.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting Indigenous students and improving educational outcomes through targeted, relationship-focused teaching, HARKE Recruitment welcomes your application.

Apply through HARKE Recruitment with your CV to discuss this opportunity in confidence.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Indigenous Education Teacher role?
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Where is the Indigenous Education Teacher job located?
The Indigenous Education Teacher role with HARKE Recruitment is based in Urban, NT, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Indigenous Education Teacher role remote?
Yes — the Indigenous Education Teacher position at HARKE Recruitment is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Indigenous Education Teacher role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at HARKE Recruitment.
What experience level is the Indigenous Education Teacher role?
The Indigenous Education Teacher position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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