Motivation

community established hundreds of kilometres beyond the bitumen certainly offers a very

different employment opportunity and life experience.



If you are a committed and motivated teacher looking for a unique and rewarding experience then

being a member of the Remote Teaching Service may be for you.



The RTS is made up of a dedicated group of around 800 teachers living and working in 82 remote

communities in Western Australia. They deliver flexible and innovative educational programs to

ensure all students in remote areas are not disadvantaged by their location and have access to

quality education.



The offers a range of professional opportunities for people who are creative and resilient.

If you are flexible and like working collaboratively as part of a team you will have the

opportunity to be part of an innovative learning community. Skills and interest in literacy,

numeracy and English as a second are highly valued.



Of course there are some challenges that come with working in remote communities such as the

isolation, varied accommodation and occasionally unreliable power and water! However, there is

also great potential to thrive both personally and professionally while experiencing a unique

lifestyle.



Having an adventurous attitude that makes the most of the diversity of the schools and

communities will ensure you have an enjoyable and successful experience.