From teaching to support staff, each member of the Yipirinya School team supports our mission to effectively provide two-way learning to Aboriginal children in the community of Alice Springs (Mparntwe) and surrounds.
The school offers a great work environment with attractive salary packaging and the opportunity for annual bonuses.
Relocation assistance will be provided where applicable and subsidised quality accommodation may also be available.
Yipirinya is committed to the professional development of their staff, particularly our Aboriginal staff.
Full time teachers work a nine day fortnight for their own professional development aspirations.
If you are interested in joining the Yipirinya team but there is not an advertised position you are interested in we would love to hear from you. Please email your resume to
Please note: all staff are required to have a current NT Working with Children’s Clearance (Ochre Card).
Aboriginal people who live in a town camp may be able to access employment support such as assistance with resumes from Tangentyere Employment Services.
The school is registered as an independent non-government school and is governed by a School Council.
We acknowledge and pay respect to the founders of Yipirinya School and the important work that they, and those who have followed them, have done in keeping language and culture strong since 1978.
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