OUR TEAM
Confident. Independent. Resilient.
LEADERSHIP
Principal
DONNA BRYANT
The School Principal leads the school community by fostering a positive learning environment, supporting staff and students, and guiding strategic direction and educational outcomes.
Assitant Principal
JESSICA SCREAIGH
The Assistant Principal supports school leadership, coordinates the Read Write Inc. (RWI) program and tutoring, and leads the Student Leaders body to foster student voice, responsibility, and targeted learning support.
Lead Teacher Inclusion
SARA MILLER
Inclusion and Engagement Senior Teacher coordinates intervention programs, leads EAP meetings with families to ensure students receive the support they need, and supports Tier 2 and 3 students by addressing their individual learning needs throughout their educational journey.
Digital & Data Manager
MEL SAUER
The Digital and Data Manager leads the strategic use of technology and data systems across the school, ensuring effective operations while enabling data-informed planning for future growth and improvement.
Business Manager
MADI STUBBS
The Business Manager oversees the school’s financial, administrative, and operational functions, ensuring effective school operational management to support teaching, learning, and school improvement.
TEACHERS
Cubs & Preschool Teacher
KERRYN HART
The Preschool and KSA Cubs Teacher supports young learners as they begin formal schooling through play based online learning, fostering curiosity, social development, and early learning foundations.
Transition Teacher
HAYLEY WALKER
The Transition Teacher leads the transition class, supporting students as they move into the school environment and helping them build confidence and readiness for their learning journey.
Year 1 Teacher
JENNY GRAHEK
The Year 1 Teacher supports students as they build foundational literacy and numeracy skills, fostering confidence and independence in their early primary years.
Year 2 Teacher
KELLY THOMPSON
The Year 2 Teacher supports students as they transition from early years into primary schooling, fostering foundational skills and confidence for continued learning.
Year 3 Teacher
KYLIE MULLEN
The Year 3 Teacher supports students as they strengthen foundational skills and develop greater independence in their learning.
Year 4 Teacher
BEN RANKIN
The Year 4 Teacher nurtures students’ growing independence and learning skills, laying the foundation for upper primary success.
Year 5 Teacher
EMILY GRULL
The Year 5 Teacher supports students in building independence and academic confidence while preparing them for the transition into their final year of primary school.
Year 6 Teacher
CAITLYN SMITH
The Year 6 Teacher supports students in their final year of primary school and helps guide their transition to high school, whether to boarding schools, other NT schools, or into KSA’s middle years program.
Year 7 Teacher
MON HENRY
The Year 7 Home Room Teacher supports students in their transition to secondary school and teaches Science to Years 7 to 9, fostering strong communication skills and academic growth across the middle years.
Year 8 Teacher
BROOK DARBY
The Year 8 Home Room Teacher supports students in their middle years journey and teaches Maths and Science to Years 7 to 9, fostering critical thinking, problem solving skills, and readiness for senior secondary learning.
Year 9 Teacher
ADRIAN DOUGHTERY
The Year 9 Home Room Teacher supports students in their final year of middle school, teaches English to Years 7 to 9, and works with Year 9 students to plan individual transition pathways into senior schooling and future learning.
Inclusion Lead Teacher
SARA MILLER
Lead Teacher Inclusion coordinates intervention programs, leads EAP meetings with families to ensure students receive the support they need, and supports Tier 2 and 3 students by addressing their individual learning needs throughout their educational journey.
Inclusion Teacher
DANIELLE GRIEVES
The Inclusion Teacher supports students with diverse learning needs by delivering tailored instruction, collaborating with staff and families, and ensuring inclusive practices that promote engagement and success for every learner.
Inclusion Teacher
JASMINE WILKIE
The Inclusion Teacher supports students with diverse learning needs by delivering tailored instruction, collaborating with staff and families, and ensuring inclusive practices that promote engagement and success for every learner.
Inclusion Teacher
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The Inclusion Teacher supports students with diverse learning needs by delivering tailored instruction, collaborating with staff and families, and ensuring inclusive practices that promote engagement and success for every learner.
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TUTORS
Early Years Tutor
AVA OSMOTHERLY
The Early Years Tutor supports preschool and transition students in building foundational skills, while also providing targeted individual and small group support across the school to meet students diverse learning needs.
Early Years Tutor
AVA OSMOTHERLY
The Early Years Tutor supports students in Years 1 and 2 by providing targeted individual and small group support, helping to strengthen foundational skills and meet diverse learning needs.
Primary Years Tutor
PAIGE LIDELL
The Primary Years Tutor works with Year 3 and 4 students to build strong literacy and numeracy foundations and offers personalised individual and small‑group support to help every learner succeed.
Primary Years Tutor
SOPHIE BATTLEY
The Primary Years Tutor supports students in Years 5 and 6 to extend their learning through focused individual and small group support, while also assisting learners across the school to build skills and reach their full potential.
Middle Years Tutor
AARON COCHRANE
The Middle Years Tutor supports students in Years 7 to 9 by delivering targeted individual and small group instruction, helping to strengthen academic skills and confidence across the school.
SPECIALIST STAFF
Family Support Coordinator
MEGAN PRIME
The Family Support Coordinator welcomes and onboards new students and families into the school community, supporting both current and new home tutors, and organises home tutor conferences to ensure a smooth and connected educational experience.
Art Program Teacher
JENNY GRAHEK
The Art Teacher delivers engaging Art programs including Dance, Visual Arts, Drama, and Media Art for students from Year 1 to Year 9, and also provides specialist art teaching to schools without access to an art teacher.
Receptionist &
Aboriginal Culture Officer
MARY LYNCH
The Receptionist and Aboriginal Culture Officer warmly welcomes and supports all members of the school community, while fostering strong cultural connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
ADMIN STAFF
Business Manager
MADI STUBBS
The Business Manager oversees the school’s financial, administrative, and operational functions, ensuring effective school operational management to support teaching, learning, and school improvement.
Business Manager Assistant
LISA GASTON
The Business Manager Assistant provides support to the Business Manager across financial, administrative, and operational functions, contributing to effective school operations that enhance teaching, learning, and continuous improvement.
Receptionist &
Aboriginal Culture Officer
MARY LYNCH
The Reception and Aboriginal Culture Officer warmly welcomes and supports all members of the school community, while fostering strong cultural connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
Mailroom & Library Officer
MEL GARDINER
The Library and Mailroom Officer supports the school community by curating a diverse library, fostering a love of reading, while ensuring efficient mailroom operations that support timely access to resources for families.
Groundsman
GREG WRIGHT
The Maintenance and Groundsman ensures the school grounds and facilities are safe, clean, and well-maintained, while also supporting school events by driving the bus during Inschools activities.
DIGITAL & DATA STAFF
Digital & Data Manager
MEL SAUER
The Digital and Data Manager leads the strategic use of technology and data systems across the school, ensuring effective operations while enabling data-informed planning for future growth and improvement.
Digital Officer
STEVEN SMETS
The Digital Officer supports teaching and learning by managing digital platforms, enhancing access to technology, and promoting innovative digital practices across the school.
Digital Content Officer
LEAH KNEIPP
The Digital Content Officer combines creative and technical expertise, leading the school’s digital content creation as the in‑house graphic designer and social media manager, while also ensuring reliable digital systems and timely technical support for staff and students.
Enrolment & Data Officer
JODEE DAHL
The Data Officer ensures accurate and timely management of student attendance, enrolment, and school data, ensuring data integrity that supports the school community.
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VACANT POSTITIONS
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Primary Years Teacher
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Inclusion Teacher
Why consider teaching in the Territory?
Teaching in the NT offers more than just a job, it’s a career and a lifestyle. You’ll get the chance to explore incredible places, work with diverse communities, and make a lasting impact where it really matters.
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What’s on offer:
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Salary: $92,215 – $131,349 + 12% super
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Strong professional development and support networks
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Flexible and supportive work environment
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Katherine-based role
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For more information or to enquire:
​(08) 8965 1555
INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM?
Are you interested in joining a passionate team delivering innovative education to students across remote Northern Territory. If you're ready to experience education beyond the classroom and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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For more information or to enquire:
​(08) 8965 1555
WHY TEACH AT KSA?
Benefits:
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NT Teachers are the highest paid in the country!
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Relocation and various allowances for teachers also available.
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Explore the Outback:
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Experience the charm and beauty of Katherine, NT, and its stunning surrounding outback.