AM I ABLE TO TEACH IN AUSTRALIA?
Australia has migration requirements for anyone looking to enter the country beyond a holiday and/or short term stay.
Unfortunately, as a school, we are not able to secure visas for overseas workers.
This is something we will look to develop but the onus will be on the applicant.
Thank you for your interest in a teaching role at Living School.
We celebrate our growth and international interest, as we develop into a world-leading educational offering. In 2026, we are focused on delivering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program – the first school on the North Coast of NSW.
Australia has migration requirements for anyone looking to enter the country beyond a holiday and/or short term stay.
Unfortunately, as a school, we are not able to secure visas for overseas workers. This is something we will look to develop but the onus will be on the applicant.
Below are the six steps needed for any applicants to follow. If you have any queries, please reach out to our HR team.
Here are the steps for researching how to migrate to Australia as a teacher as taken from the AITSL website.
There is a checklist for each of the teaching areas presented on the AITSL website (all are .pdf files)
These are the list of visas that Pax Migration have advised are options for Secondary School Teachers (with a comparison to the visas on the Australian Home Affairs Skilled Occupation List and Pax Migration has the updated list of visas currently open):
This list is found at the following link:
Each state in Australia has authorisation over the teaching and schooling registration and accreditation requirements. NSW Education Standards Authority manages all of NSW requirements with regard to teacher accreditation for Internationally Trained Teachers.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK (WWCC)
The NSW (New South Wales) Working With Children Check application process needs to be completed while in NSW, because you will need to attend a Service NSW Centre to have your identification verified. This tends to be a quick process with the right identification, once you are in the country.
WWCC Link:
https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/
Please note that each Australian state has a different version of the Working With Children Check.
The final and difficult step is finding good accommodation in this area. If you are considering living near the coast – especially near Byron Bay or Suffolk Park – you will find rentals expensive and difficult to find. Further inland prices are less expensive – but you will need to do your research. LOTS of people want to live in this beautiful regional area.
Living School is at the forefront of progressive education in Australia, fully dedicated to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). As a startup school, we are pioneering a unique educational experience that emphasizes inquiry, interdisciplinary connections, and a singular focus on the IBDP without any HSC stream. We are on a mission to inspire students to become avid learners, critical thinkers, and compassionate global citizens.
Our new campus is situated at the Southern Cross University Lismore Campus, offering an exceptional facility equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and resources. This unique location provides our students and staff with access to advanced scientific equipment and a vibrant academic environment.
At Living School, we believe in a holistic approach to education, where students’ strengths and interests drive their learning journey. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our teaching and learning environment. We are passionate about creating a vibrant community that fosters curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
