Teacher - Specialist Learning Program - Autism Spectrum Disorder

1 week ago

West Perth, Australia Department of Education, Western Australia Full time

Advertised Vacancy Number: Pool Ref IPS/TCH898206

APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE THAT AS AT 10.55AM MONDAY, 24 June 2024 A CHANGE HAS OCCURED TO THE CLOSING DATE IT IS NOW MONDAY, 15 JULY 2024.

Kiara College is seeking to establish a pool of Teachers - Specialist Learning Program - Autism Spectrum Disorder (SLP – ASD) for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2025.

We currently have two (2) teaching positions – Specialist Learning Program ASD to commence Term 3 2024.

In 2025, Kiara College will open a new Specialist Learning Program for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The program provides specialist and intensive support to students with autism - without intellectual impairment - who have the capacity to learn at or near their academic year level standard with support but may have specific social and emotional development needs that are related to their autism.

At Kiara College, the Teacher – SLP – ASD would deliver specialist learning programs to support students with ASD to access mainstream education. The suitable applicants will adopt evidence-based practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students with ASD without a diagnosed intellectual disability. Knowledge of, and ability to, apply Western Australian curriculum is essential. You will be part of the College staff and may, over time, move between the specific role within the Specialist Learning Program for Students with ASD and mainstream class roles.

In collaboration with the Program Coordinator (Autism), teachers will provide innovative and engaging classes for our students and contribute to their sense of belonging and overall wellbeing in mainstream schooling. Teachers of this program will ideally develop highly personalised learning plans to facilitate access to age-appropriate curriculum. They should apply evidence-based individualised education interventions to improve academic engagement, organisational skills, social thinking, peer relationships and self-regulation skills.

Suitable applicants will ideally be motivated, student and relationship focused and be dedicated to creating a safe, caring and inclusive environment in which students with ASD can thrive within the mainstream secondary school setting. Outstanding communication skills are highly desirable.

Kiara College is an Independent Public School that is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the Performing Arts, Agriculture and ongoing STEM redevelopments where students can capitalise on real life and industry standard applications of skills in these areas. Kiara College offers comprehensive and innovative programs that support students to achieve their potential. Students can follow an ATAR, General or VET pathways, preparing them for university entry, TAFE, or employment. Our partnerships with tertiary institutions such as UWA Aspire, ECU UniPrep and North Metro TAFE facilitate students’ success beyond school. We offer two Specialist Programs: Agriculture and Basketball. Students are also able to study Contemporary Music.

We have a diverse student population of over 550 students with approximately 30% of our students identifying as Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander. We celebrate and embrace our diversity with a range of programs and activities aimed at promoting respect for all, while we continue to strive to be a culturally responsive organisation.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements in relation to teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder without a diagnosed intellectual disability:

Apply evidence-based pedagogy for improving student outcomes relevant to the WA curriculum Monitor, review and report on the performance of students by creating individualised learning plans, maintaining relevant, rigorous and valid programming, data collection and reporting systems Efficiently deploy resources and manage a team of education assistants to ensure program fidelity High level interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with colleagues, parents, students and the school community

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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