This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate 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.
Who We’re Looking For
An educator with:
- Strong knowledge of literacy and numeracy instruction.
- Experience in implementing school-wide improvement strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively with school leaders and teaching teams.
- Commitment to inclusive and evidence-based education practices.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting the implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, with a focus on quality Tier 1 instruction and effective Tier 2 and Tier 3 processes.
- Collaborating with school staff to build capability in literacy and numeracy teaching practices.
- Providing professional guidance aligned with departmental procedures and guidelines.
Optional Teaching Component
- This position includes the opportunity to take on a teaching load of up to 0.4FTE, allowing for a dynamic blend of strategic support and direct classroom engagement.
Period of Appointment
5 February 2026 to 17 December 2027
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.
Hours per fortnight
14 hours per fortnight
* Plus, the opportunity to take on an additional 28 hours per fortnight in a base grade teaching position.
Essential Requirements
- The Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Act 2013 requires persons undertaking work in a regulated activity to be registered. A regulated activity is a child related service or activity defined in the Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Regulations 2014. This registration must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of this may be checked at any time during employment.
- 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 Requirements
- Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005.
Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:
Statement Of Duties (PDF)
Statement Of Duties (DOCX)
Information for Applicants (PDF)
How to apply
Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.
Applicants should include:
- a 1–2 page short form application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.
The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.
Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.
Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.
Name: Deb Byrne
Title: School Business Manager
Phone: 6436 2166
Email: deb.byrne@decyp.tas.gov.au
