Company DescriptionAutism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.
Job DescriptionInterested in a Leadership opportunity where evidence-based practice and research inform your teaching and leading?At Aspect Education, we're seeking teaching partners who are dedicated to inspiring students to reach their fullest potential.Join a supportive and inclusive Leadership team where you will co-create transformative experiences for both staff and students.
- Have a genuine opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students and their families
- Join the Aspect team, Australia's largest national provider of autism-specific educational services
- Base salary $88-122k + Coordinator 1 allowance $9,124 p.a. + Special Education allowance $3,557 p.a. (plus superannuation)
- Leadership opportunity for an experienced teacher excited to take the next step in their career (supported learning and guidance provided)
- Full-time (5 days per week, including 2 after-school meetings on Tuesdays & Wednesdays), ongoing position, working across 4 school sites, in an inclusive and well-supported learning environment.
You will collaborate with a team of specialists including teachers, teacher's aides, school therapists, coordinators, administrators and other Aspect staff to deliver our evidence-informed, student focused autism-specific approach - the Aspect Comprehensive Approach. Use a person-centred and family-focused approach to ensure the delivery of quality educational standards.As a core member of the school's Learning Support Team, you will lead and supervise the teaching team and partner with parents, carers and other members of the school community. This is an off-class role with occasional on-class teaching. You will be co-planning, collaborating and mentoring teachers to enhance the learning within each classroom.To view the full position profile, please
Education:Aspect Schools are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum K-12, leading the way in developing and applying innovative, evidence-based education approaches that create positive outcomes for autistic students and young people.It’s the perfect time to join one of our nine Aspect Schools located in NSW and SA as we embark on our exciting journey alongside to put focus on data, demonstrating growth of students learning and development. Our dedicated Educators are transforming the landscape of autism education, paving the way for brighter futures and boundless opportunities for our students.
About the School:Aspect Western Sydney School provides placement for approximately 160 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to Year 12. Our main site is located at Wetherill Park with 14 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools across the Western and South Western regions of Sydney.
Qualifications- To ensure consistency of support across satellite classes, we are ideally looking for School Coordinators who are available to work full-time (38 hrs per week)
- Recognised University or Tertiary teaching qualifications (as determined by NESA)
- Registration with NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority)
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with others
- Experience in either, or both, primary & secondary teaching
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team support
- Experience working with students on the autism spectrum
- Experience in developing IP's and curriculum for students on the autism spectrum preferred
- NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment
- Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence (per relevant state legislation)
- You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance.
Additional InformationWhat we offer:- Full-time base salary of $83,000 - $122,000 (depending on qualifications, accreditation and relevant teaching experience) + special education allowance $3,557p.a. + superannuation
- Coordinator 1 Allowance $9,124 per annum
options to increase your take-home pay * Employee referral incentives
- Learning opportunities for career advancement
- Access to a wide range of discounts through Perkbox on everyday purchases
- Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport.
To apply:Please attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional.Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.Enquiries should be directed to:Michelle Zikmundovsky, Acting Principal, Aspect Western Sydney School, 0474 424 436.Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.Learn more about us:
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