Primary Education

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Teacher's Assistant

A Teacher's Assistant supports teachers in schools by helping with lessons, preparing materials, and supervising students, particularly those needing extra help.

Avg yearly income $55,380
Skill level Advanced

Teacher's Aide

A Teacher's Aide supports teachers in delivering lessons and assisting students, including those with special needs, while fostering a positive learning environment.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Education Assistant

An Education Assistant supports teaching staff, assists students with learning, prepares materials, and supervises activities in educational settings.

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Beginner

Education Support Officer

An Education Support Officer assists teachers by supporting students' learning, especially those with special needs, and managing classroom activities.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner

Religious Education Teacher

A Religious Education Teacher educates students about diverse religious traditions and ethical values in schools, fostering understanding and respect.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Philosophy Teacher

A Philosophy Teacher instructs on philosophical theories, ethical dilemmas, and critical thinking, fostering independent thought through discussions and assessments.

Avg yearly income $118,040
Skill level Advanced

STEM Teacher

A STEM Teacher educates students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, promoting critical thinking and hands-on learning experiences.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Deputy Principal

A Deputy Principal assists the Principal in managing school operations, focusing on leadership, staff management, discipline, and fostering a positive environment.

Avg yearly income $76,492
Skill level Advanced

Lead Teacher

A Lead Teacher manages educational activities, develops curricula, assesses student progress, and mentors staff to enhance teaching quality.

Avg yearly income $86,632
Skill level Advanced

Assistant Principal

An Assistant Principal aids in managing school operations, overseeing staff, implementing policies, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Avg yearly income $144,300
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in primary education

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC40221

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Blended, On Campus, Online
9 - 18 months
$3,500 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Learning Support Officer Integration Aide Education Assistant
Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Learning Support Officer Integration Aide Education Assistant Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant + 2 more
CHC30221

Certificate III in School Based Education Support
Online
12 - 18 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Assistant Teacher's Aide Education Assistant
Integration Aide Learning Support Officer Education Support Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Assistant Teacher's Aide Education Assistant Integration Aide Learning Support Officer Education Support Officer + 3 more
CHC50221

Diploma of School Age Education and Care
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Officer Program Leader Education Assistant
Program Coordinator Outside School Hours Care Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Officer Program Leader Education Assistant Program Coordinator Outside School Hours Care Coordinator + 2 more
CHC40113

Certificate IV in School Age Education and Care
Online
1 year
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outside School Hours Care Coordinator Childcare Assistant Teacher's Aide
Teacher's Assistant Learning Support Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outside School Hours Care Coordinator Childcare Assistant Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant Learning Support Officer + 2 more
SIS20419

Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $2,690
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fitness Instructor Outdoor Recreation Officer Hiking Guide
Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Education Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fitness Instructor Outdoor Recreation Officer Hiking Guide Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Education Assistant + 3 more
11212NAT

Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
Blended
24 months
$4,815
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Learning Support Officer Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker Education Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Learning Support Officer Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker Education Assistant + 2 more
11214NAT

Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
Online
12 months
$10,730
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker
Education Assistant Community Engagement Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Teacher's Assistant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker Education Assistant Community Engagement Officer + 2 more
HLTAID010

Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant
Support Worker Personal Trainer Pool Lifeguard Education Support Officer Beach Lifeguard Personal Care Assistant
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant Support Worker Personal Trainer Pool Lifeguard Education Support Officer Beach Lifeguard Personal Care Assistant + 6 more
10730NAT

Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English for Further Study
On Campus
9 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Student Support Officer ESL Teacher
Community Liaison Officer School Administration Officer Language Teacher
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Student Support Officer ESL Teacher Community Liaison Officer School Administration Officer Language Teacher + 3 more
22567VIC

Certificate I in Transition Education
On Campus
10 - 24 months
$0 - $23,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator Peer Support Worker
Disability Support Worker Teacher's Aide
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker Teacher's Aide + 2 more
HLTAID012

Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $225
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Nanny Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator Childcare Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Nanny Early Childhood Educator Family Day Care Educator Childcare Worker + 2 more

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 5 years
$0 - $71,905
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Early Childhood Educator Childcare Centre Manager Early Childhood Teacher
Family Day Care Educator Childcare Director Education Support Officer Preschool Teacher
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Early Childhood Educator Childcare Centre Manager Early Childhood Teacher Family Day Care Educator Childcare Director Education Support Officer Preschool Teacher + 4 more

Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 years
$0 - $92,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
STEM Teacher Primary School Teacher Vocational Education Trainer
English Tutor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
STEM Teacher Primary School Teacher Vocational Education Trainer English Tutor + 1 more

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 years
$0 - $73,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Tutor Vocational Education Trainer Science Teacher
Dance Teacher High School Teacher STEM Teacher Chemistry Teacher Biology Teacher Visual Arts Teacher German Teacher Humanities Teacher Secondary School Teacher Philosophy Teacher Physics Teacher Athletic Director Italian Teacher
+ 13 more

Master of Teaching (Primary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $66,715
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deputy Principal Primary School Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deputy Principal Primary School Teacher

Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Philosophy Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Philosophy Teacher

Bachelor of Arts (Studies in Religion)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$36,405 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Religious Education Teacher Chaplain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Religious Education Teacher Chaplain
SIS20321

Certificate II in Sport Coaching
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $2,020
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sport and Recreation Officer Sports Development Officer Sports Coach
Teacher's Aide Sports Coordinator Assistant Coach
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sport and Recreation Officer Sports Development Officer Sports Coach Teacher's Aide Sports Coordinator Assistant Coach + 3 more

Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $66,715
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Manager Visual Arts Teacher Deputy Principal
Philosophy Teacher Physics Teacher Secondary School Teacher Humanities Teacher Biology Teacher Chemistry Teacher Science Teacher High School Teacher Drama Tutor
+ 9 more

Master of Education (Early Childhood)
Blended
12 - 18 months
$0 - $6,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Early Childhood Teacher Kindergarten Teacher Lead Teacher
Early Childhood Center Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Early Childhood Teacher Kindergarten Teacher Lead Teacher Early Childhood Center Manager + 1 more
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