Two Permanent full-time positions availablePost graduate qualifications in deaf or hard of Hearing and Vision or related field as well as on-the-job trainingFantastic rewarding opportunity to work with school teams to support students with visual impairmentAbout the opportunity:The Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese is seeking two Specialist Teachers - Sensory Disability (Hearing and Vision) to work within the Inclusive Learning Team to support our Strategic Intent of improving learning outcomes for all students and promoting a professional and rewarding working life for teachers.The Specialist Teacher is accountable for:Understanding and supporting inclusive practice in school culture in relation to the effective implementation of personalised learning and adjustments for students with additional needs and disabilityUnderstanding and supporting the Personalised Planning process and identification of adjustmentsProviding specialised teaching support services to schools aimed at building teacher capacity using a gradual release modelProviding expert advice to leadership teams, teachers and the wider system on matters related to specific disabilities and/or additional needs in accordance with CSPD guidelinesWorking collaboratively to ensure inclusion, access and participation and to maximise learning outcomes for students with additional needs.About you:To be successful in this highly rewarding role you will demonstrate alignment with the purpose and core values of CSPD along with:Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearanceEligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% complete)Post graduate qualifications in Deaf or hard of Hearing and Vision or related field
Previous experience working with vulnerable studentsDemonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships with leaders, teachers and students and support an inclusive learning environmentHold a valid NSW Drivers licence & have the ability to travel between our schoolsInterested?This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD's Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children's Guardian here.CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.We are part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 45,000 plus students. We are always on the lookout for top talent to help us achieve our strategic goal of inspiring the future, through quality catholic schooling and by strengthening the professional lives of our employees.Apply today!Advertised: 20 Jun 2024 09:06 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 04 Jul 2024 23:07 AUS Eastern Standard Time