Teachers from interstate
Teachers from interstate
Your next adventure starts in Western Australia.
Express your interest today and discover teaching opportunities across WA. We will reach out to discuss options tailored to your career goals and lifestyle.
We'll be visiting cities across Australia this August, giving you the opportunity to speak with our Teach in WA team and learn more about teaching and living in Western Australia. For event details and to register, check out our upcoming career events.
Whether you're starting your teaching career, looking for a fresh challenge, or seeking a lifestyle change, Western Australia offers rewarding opportunities, competitive salaries, and unforgettable experiences.
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Teach in WA and discover what’s possible
As a teacher in a WA public school, you'll make a real difference while enjoying opportunities to grow professionally and personally. With more than 800 schools across metropolitan, regional and remote communities, there's a teaching destination to suit every stage of your career.
Reasons to move to WA
You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- competitive salaries and additional financial incentives for teaching in many regional, rural and remote locations
- relocation support and incentives of up to $25,000 for eligible teachers, depending on location and role, to help your move and transition easier
- ongoing networking, professional development and career advancement opportunities, including exciting career pathways and promotion to leadership roles
- the chance to experience WA's unique landscapes, vibrant communities and incredible lifestyle.
Teaching in WA takes you places
Whether you're seeking adventure, a sea change, or a meaningful next step in your career, there are teaching opportunities right across our state, with each location offering its own unique experience. Explore our 8 education regions and discover what it's like to live, work and thrive in Western Australia.
Teach in regional WA
Teaching in regional, rural or remote Western Australia is often described as the experience of a lifetime, offering a unique journey of growth, discovery and adventure. You will experience meaningful connections, supportive communities and a lifestyle that is uniquely Western Australian. Learn more about the exciting opportunities and what it’s like to teach and work in regional WA.
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Relocation support
If eligible, you can access relocation assistance for you and your family, making the transition to your new home seamless and stress-free. Find out more about housing and transport assistance.
As a rural, regional or remote teacher, you may also be eligible for free or subsidised housing, depending on availability and the location of your appointment.
Apply for a teaching position
Our schools fill teaching vacancies in different ways depending on the location of the schools and the tenure of the position. As an interstate teacher, you can apply for jobs in metropolitan, regional and remote schools directly or through our various recruitment pools. Find out everything you need to know about how to apply for a teaching job.
Teacher registration
All teachers in WA must have the appropriate qualifications and registration. You must be registered as a teacher with the Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). You may be eligible for mutual recognition with the TRBWA if you hold a valid registration in another Australian state.
Find out more about mutual recognition through the TRBWA website.
Contact the Teach in WA team
The Teach in WA team is here to support you during every step of your journey. Whether you have questions about teaching opportunities, relocation support or life in Western Australia, we're here to help.
Phone us at (08) 9264 4412 (option 2) or email TeachinWA@education.wa.edu.au.