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A diverse range of teaching positions are available in country South Australia. These positions are in a variety of subject areas at preschools, primary schools and secondary schools.
You’ll receive monetary incentives and professional development, while exploring our great state and making a difference in the lives of children and young people in the country.
Hear from our country teachers
What you can get
When you accept a position as a country teacher, you may be eligible for:
- fortnightly country incentive zone allowance payments in addition to your normal salary – up to $10,023 per year
- a one-off incidentals payment upon accepting your first permanent teaching position – up to $1038
- locality allowances
- compensation for removal and relocation expenses
- government employee housing concessions
- travel and accommodation to access medical and dental treatment
- study leave and travel leave (after a minimum service period at Aboriginal or Anangu schools)
- guaranteed return to a metropolitan site after a minimum service period
- Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) assistance if teaching in a ‘very remote’ area.
See more on incentives and support for country teachers and leaders.
Explore teaching in South Australia's regions
Explore what each region has to offer and find out if there are any special requirements.
APY Lands
Key attractions
- Visit national and conservation parks like the Nullarbor National Park, Wilderness Protection Area and Regional Reserve
- Bushwalking and four-wheel driving
- A unique experience living on country in a protected reserve.
Available teaching opportunities
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Special requirements
Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the APY Lands, as per the local Aboriginal Community Councils (Yalata Anangu Aboriginal Corporation, Oak Valley – Maralinga Tjarutja Council and APY – Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Executive Board).
To ensure employer compliance of duty of care responsibilities, given the unique environment of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for these positions and before any offer of employment.
Far North
Key attractions
- Go opal shopping and see the historic town of Andamooka
- Head to the Flinders Ranges for a camping adventure
- Visit Wilpena Pound
- See the local wildlife and experience the pink and orange hues of Lake Eyre when it floods
- Sleep underground in Coober Pedy
Find out more about key attractions in the Flinders Ranges and Outback and explore the regional development projects happening in the Far North.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Key attractions
- Plan your way along the Epicurean Way road trip
- Visit McLaren Vale down the road
- Whale watching
- Immerse yourself in nature and enjoy local produce and wines.
Find out more about key attractions on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island and explore the regional development projects happening on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Limestone Coast
Key attractions
- Start or end your workday with a bushwalk or an ocean dip
- On the weekend, explore the region with a trip to the Blue Lake in Mount Gambier
- Take a glass panelled lift ride down the original dolomite well shaft to see the blue lake up close
- Visit the Naracoorte Caves
- Refresh with locally roasted coffee and experience great restaurants and fresh seafood.
Find out more about key attractions on the Limestone Coast and explore the regional development projects happening on the Limestone Coast.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Murraylands and Riverland
Key attractions
- Have a round of golf after school at one of the many golf courses
- Head out for a weekend away exploring the river – kayaking the Murray River, houseboats and watersports
- Camping
- Wetlands and natural open spaces
- Take advantage of the produce – fresh fruit and produce hub, cellar doors and variety of restaurants
Find out more about key attractions in the Murraylands and Riverland and explore the regional development projects happening in the Murraylands and Riverland.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Whyalla and Eyre Peninsula
Key attractions
- Catch your dinner at some amazing fishing spots – with jetty or beach fishing
- Swim with sea lions and dolphins
- Whale watching
- Eat fresh oysters in Coffin Bay
- Get out for a surf before school, after school or on the weekend
- Visit galleries, museums and cultural centres for Aboriginal arts and culture
Find out more about key attractions on the Eyre Peninsula and explore the regional development projects happening in Whyalla and the Eyre Peninsula.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Yorke and Mid North
Key attractions
- Work with us in Jamestown or Gladstone and pop over to the Clare Valley in just under an hour
- Pink lake wonders at Lake Bumbunga
- Copper and Stone Music Fest, country picnic horse race meets, antique fairs and garden trails in Burra
- Take a swim in the tidal pool in Edithburgh
- Enjoy live music at Sunny Hill Distillery
- Yorke Peninsula’s Saltwater Classic in Stansbury – wooden and classic boats
- Fishing and crabbing in Julia Bay
- Take an ocean safari in Marion Bay.
Find out more about key attractions on the Yorke Peninsula, Burra and the Clare Valley and explore the regional development projects happening in the Yorke and Mid North.
If you're interested in working in this region, head to EduJobs to apply.
Apply for country teaching opportunities
Teaching opportunities are listed on EduJobs.
Contract positions are advertised throughout the year. Round 1 vacancies for permanent positions in 2024 are now closed. Round 2 vacancies will open on Thursday 21 September 2023. See teacher recruitment for 2024 for more information.
Pre-service teachers can apply for a range of country teaching incentives and opportunities, including scholarships and the Teach First in Country program.
Register your interest to teach in country South Australia
If you’re a graduate teacher and the right fit for you isn’t currently advertised on EduJobs, register your interest to teach in South Australia. We’ll be in touch when roles that suit you become available.
Eligibility
If you have questions about your eligibility to teach in South Australia, contact the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The department’s COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees outlines current requirements for teachers.
