Teacher
- Balwyn, VIC, Australia, 3103
- Full time
- Experienced classroom Teacher for St Pauls College located in Balwyn
- State of the art facility with supportive learning environment
- Support students with diverse learning, emotional, behavioural and physical disabilities
We require an experienced and qualified classroom teacher for a full-time position commencing immediately and one full-time teacher for a 12-month maternity leave cover to commence now, experience in PE preferred.
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
About the role:
St Pauls College located in Balwyn, is dedicated to supporting children aged 5 to 18 years with intellectual disabilities. Many of our students also experience coexisting conditions such as autism spectrum disorders, sensory impairments, genetic syndromes, and complex communication needs.
We are deeply committed to working in partnership with families to help each student reach their full potential. To support this goal, the College offers a comprehensive multidisciplinary allied health program, delivered through a client-focused approach.
Become part of a highly skilled team including teachers, teaching assistants, speech therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and a school nurse.
Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:
As a Classroom Teacher, you will:
- Provide a supportive learning environment for students with diverse learning, emotional, behavioural, medical, and physical disabilities.
- Design, prepare, implement, and monitor Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in consultation with Student Support Groups (SSGs), including parents, carers, and allied health professionals.
- Support school programs and activities, including excursions and Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Participate in Professional Learning Teams and contribute to curriculum development and evaluation.
- Supervise and support teacher assistants, volunteers, and others assigned to your classroom.
- Build positive relationships with students and families to maintain a safe and constructive classroom atmosphere.
- Visit alternative placements for dual-school students to ensure consistency and support.
- Maintain class records and attend to students’ personal and physical needs.
- Participate in playground duty and uphold the school’s commitment to child safety.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Appropriate teaching qualification
- Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
- Driver’s Licence
Desirable:
- Special Education qualification
- Experience working in a specialist school (Prep to Lower Primary)
Why Join Us?
- Work in a state-of-the-art facility with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities
- Be part of a school committed to continual improvement, quality, and child safety
Qualifications:
- Teaching qualification
- Current VIT registration
Desirable:
- Some experience working with children with disabilities
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW
Why VMCH?
Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:
- A Collaborative and energetic team environment
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
- A competitive salary
- Ongoing professional development
- A positive and supportive workplace culture
- Employee Assistance Program
About us
Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, compassion, respect, and inclusion aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
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