At a Glance
- Tasks: Support literacy and numeracy strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Company: Join a supportive school community on Tasmania’s stunning east coast.
- Benefits: Part-time role with career growth, fitness discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunity to fill future vacancies within the department.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in students' lives while fostering a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Registered teacher with experience in education and a passion for student success.
The predicted salary is between 51615 - 63085 $ per year.
The Team Join a connected and supportive school community on Tasmania’s stunning east coast. At St Helens District High School, we are committed to providing a welcoming and enriching learning environment where every student is supported to achieve success. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to inspire excellence, foster wellbeing, and create meaningful learning opportunities that prepare students for the future. As a member of our leadership team, you will play a vital role in strengthening educational outcomes, supporting staff and students, and building strong partnerships across our school community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school that values collaboration, lifelong learning, and a shared commitment to helping every student reach their full potential.
About The Role The primary focus of this role is to support the implementation and embedding of the minimum schooling guarantee for reading and, where there is capacity, to include attention on strengthening numeracy practices. The role will do this through enabling school leadership staff and teaching teams to implement evidence‑based, consistent and aligned strategies for the teaching of literacy and numeracy, to improve the learning outcomes for all students within the classroom. The role will support the implementation of the essential elements of the multi‑tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework. This will include a focus on quality Tier 1 instruction, and processes and practices for Tiers 2 and 3.
We are offering Fixed‑term, commencing mid November 2026 until 17 December 2027 Part‑time, 14 hours per fortnight. We are a child‑safe organisation.
Pathways to grow your career:
- Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!
- Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing.
Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full‑time or part‑time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
We are looking for:
- Essential: Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment).
- A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
- Desirable: Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005.
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
About DECYP Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it. Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania. We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.
Instructional Specialist in Launceston employer: Department for Education, Children and Young People
At Blue Gum Child and Family Learning Centre, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our comprehensive benefits, including access to fitness facilities and confidential counselling services, ensuring that our staff can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong focus on career growth and development, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in the Central Coast area.
Contact Details:
Department for Education, Children and Young People Recruitment Team
