Kakadu Program Teacher or Specialists

The Kakadu Program in Jabiru

The Kakadu Program is based in Jabiru and is a residential, experiential learning program delivered across Kakadu, Katherine and Darwin. It provides young people with structured educational, cultural, and personal development experiences, supported by teaching staff, coaches, outdoor education personnel, and trainees.

Jabiru is a small township located in the heart of Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory. Originally established in the early 1980s to support the Ranger Uranium Mine, Jabiru has evolved into the main service hub for the region.

Jabiru is also a gateway for visitors exploring Kakadu’s cultural and natural attractions, combining a close-knit community lifestyle with unique access to one of Australia’s most significant natural environments.

The Role

In 2021 the school commenced a partnered initiative with Traditional Owners to provided middle school students with extended, residential program across the Northern Territory, broadening students’ experiences beyond the conventional routines of family and school life. So too their connection to country. 

Based in the township of Jabiru, the Kakadu Program Teachers and Specialists are residential educators who support the School’s Kakadu Program in the Northern Territory through the development and delivery of innovative, place-based learning experiences. This includes outdoor education and activities such as cultural immersion experiences, guided walks, overnight campouts, community activities, and partnership with the local school, all designed to foster connection, resilience, intercultural understanding, and experiential learning.

Kakadu Program Teachers/Specialists are required to work to the needs of the students as required in a dynamic working environment. Accommodation and meals onsite are provided. Opportunities for travel and lifestyle are available, around the requirements of the role.

• Permanent, Full Time, Teacher or Specialist, starting Term 3

Key responsibilities: 

• Observe and monitor student learning, wellbeing and development throughout the program while maintaining proactive and reactive communication with parents 

• Provide opportunities for student leadership and responsibility within the program, encouraging a spirit of excellence, responsibility, and cooperation within the group. 

• Liaise and maintain communication with the Kakadu Program Leadership Team, on the well-being of students, staff, and other changes to daily site situations

• Promote positive and professional relationships between Caulfield Grammar School and local communities promoting cultural sensitivity when engaging with community groups

• Be committed to providing a safe physical and emotional environment where students are respected and treated with dignity in an appropriate professional and caring manner

• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours 

Key skills: 

• Demonstrated educational experience in a residential environment is desirable 

• Adaptable and compassionate to students and diverse learning spaces and environments 

• Level 2 First Aid or Remote Wilderness First Aid Training and Anaphylaxis Management Training 

• Light-rigid driving license 

• National Police Check or a willingness to obtain one 

• Relevant Teaching or Outdoor Education qualifications

• Hold a current VIT, NT Registration or relevant Outdoor Qualifications

About Us

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 4 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

Why Caulfield Grammar School 

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.  

For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Employment Page.  

Our Benefits  

• Competitive base and 13% Superannuation 

• Continuous professional development opportunities 

• Access to outstanding facilities and resources 

• Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

 How to Apply 

Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.  

Enquiries: [email protected]