Secondary Teachers - short-term assignments

Kokoda Track Foundation (KTF) is seeking experienced and motivated Secondary Teachers for short-term teaching assignments across Papua New Guinea for the remainder of 2026.

KTF delivers education programs across PNG, including in rural and remote communities, supporting students to continue their secondary education and work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

We are looking for qualified secondary teachers who are available to commence immediately and are interested in supporting students through an intensive period of teaching, revision, assessment and preparation for end-of-year examinations.

ABOUT THE ASSIGNMENT

Successful applicants may be engaged for short-term assignments at KTF-supported education locations across PNG.

Depending on the location and student needs, teachers may be required to:

• Deliver secondary-level teaching and targeted revision;
• Support Grade 9–12 students with their learning and assessments;
• Prepare students for end-of-year examinations;
• Provide additional academic support and mentoring;
• Mark and provide feedback on student work;
• Monitor student progress and identify areas requiring additional support; and
• Work alongside KTF education teams to help students achieve the best possible learning outcomes.

Assignments may involve travel and placement in rural and remote locations, so applicants should be flexible, adaptable and comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Applicants must have:

• Bachelor of Education – Secondary Education;
• Full teacher registration;
• Secondary teaching experience;
• Strong classroom teaching, communication and student mentoring skills;
• Ability to work effectively in rural and remote environments; and
• The right to work in Papua New Guinea.

Experience teaching Grades 9–12 and familiarity with the FODE curriculum will be highly regarded.

Teachers across a range of secondary subject specialisations are encouraged to apply.

HELP STUDENTS FINISH 2026 STRONG

HOW TO APPLY

Your application should include:

• A short cover letter outlining your subject specialisation(s), teaching experience and availability;
• Your current CV/resume;
• Copy of your Bachelor's Degree;
• Copy of your full teacher registration; and
• At least one written reference.

Please clearly indicate that you are applying for the Short-Term Secondary Teacher Assignment and when you are available to commence.

For queries only, email [email protected], with the position title as subject. Please note that applications received via this email will not be considered.

KTF is a child-safe organisation. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks and safeguarding screening. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Police Clearance in line with KTF's safeguarding requirements. We promote diversity and equality in all our practices and strongly encourage those with diverse backgrounds and/or disabilities and or those who identify as LGBTQI+ to apply for positions with KTF.