• Specialist Education Emergency Relief Teacher
• Perfect opportunity for experienced Teachers or new graduates
• Balwyn Location 

St Paul’s College is a Catholic Special Education school that sits within Villa Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH). St Paul’s College community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. St Paul’s College is committed to provide a child safe learning environment.

St Paul’s College is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School's Child Safe Policies and Staff Code of Conduct according to Ministerial Order No. 870

Villa Maria Catholic Homes is committed to working in partnership with people of all ages and abilities to help them achieve their individual goals and dreams and to remain connected to their communities and enjoy their independence.

At VMCH we deliver the highest quality services and care to individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. We are a not-for-profit organisation providing residential aged care, affordable housing options, retirement living, senior support, disability care and education services to people across Victoria and southern New South Wales.

About the role

We are seeking a Casual Relief Special Education Teacher to provide an exemplary learning environment for students, supporting their learning and wellbeing needs to reach their full potential within St Paul's College.

Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:

• Knowing the characteristics of learners at different developmental phases and current educational strategies for addressing their learning needs. This includes the use of alternative communication systems and technology.
• Support all programs and school activities including excursions and Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Work effectively with parents, always displaying professional behaviour with an understanding of the issues affecting parents of a child with a disability.
• Develop positive, constructive relationships with students and parents/carers to maintain a positive and safe working atmosphere in the classroom.
• Demonstrate effective use of teaching and learning tools and other resources which improve learning outcomes.
• Attend to the varying personal and physical needs of students including toileting and meal assistance.

Qualifications

• Registration with Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• New Graduates welcome to apply
• First Aid Certification
• Current National Police Check
• Relevant flu vaccination (2022) and Covid-19 vaccination including 3rd booster

Desirable

• Some experience working in Special Education with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Villa Maria Catholic Homes is committed to being an employer of choice and provides employees with:

• A supportive working environment and workplace culture
• Ongoing professional development and career pathways
• Flexible working arrangements
• Purposeful and meaningful work
• Salary packaging benefits