Inclusive Education Teacher (Learning Support)

About the role

The Inclusive Education Teacher is a member of the teaching team at Albert Park Flexible School, providing specialist support so that the learning needs of identified young people are met across the school. The teacher has a delegated responsibility to develop and maintain learning and social inclusion responses for the campus. The position is full-time and continuing, with start date to be negotiated.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging learning and teaching programs for young people in the middle and secondary phases
• Create flexible, innovative curriculum and plan and run class and individual programs that meet legislative requirements and support diverse learning needs and disabilities
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the EREAFSL objectives and planning
• Work collaboratively with all staff to provide a safe, inclusive environment that reflects classroom diversity
• Apply the EREAFSL Flexi Practice Framework, including Common Ground, Operation by Principles, Trauma Aware Practice, Collaborative Problem Solving and culturally responsive approaches
• Build relationships with young people, families/carers and the community

Required profile

• Bachelor of Education (Primary or Secondary)
• Current registration with the state or territory teaching authority
• Current driver's licence and a current First Aid certificate or ability to obtain one
• Demonstrated teaching experience, normally at least three years of professional practice
• Experience developing PLPs and innovative curriculum, with adjustment and differentiation
• Strong understanding of contemporary pedagogy and inclusive education, including trauma-informed learning
• Ability to work with families, support staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Working With Children Check (current or eligible to obtain); subject to EREA and legislative screening

Required skills

• High-level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Desirable: leadership experience, problem diagnosis, partnership building with families and agencies, monitoring of learning data, experience with NCCD processes, and commitment to the Edmund Rice tradition

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 per year
• 12.75% superannuation contribution
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply, use the external application portal and provide a CV and cover letter; applications are reviewed as they are received.