Teacher - Specialised Learning Program - Autism Spectrum Disorder

Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Ashdale Secondary College

Teacher - Specialised Learning Program - Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH881182

This is a permanent part-time (0.7FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024

Ashdale Secondary College (SC) is seeking a Teacher - Specialised Learning Program (SLP) - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to deliver specialist Learning Programs, to support students with ASD to access mainstream education.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and dedicated educational team, committed to enhancing the educational journey of all students. The suitable applicant 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.

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

The suitable applicant should be highly motivated, student and relationship focused and dedicated to creating a safe and caring environment. Ideally with outstanding communication and leadership skills. They will create an environment in which ASD students can thrive within their existing mainstream secondary school setting. The suitable applicant will apply their current knowledge of ASD and their comprehensive experience to support students to succeed at secondary schooling from year 7 to year 12.

Ashdale SC is part of a cluster of schools with Ashdale Primary School, Carnaby Rise Primary School, Landsdale Primary School, Madeley Primary School, and Landsdale Gardens Primary School. As part of the collaborative partnership between the schools we have developed a shared identity assisted by geographical proximity and a strong sense of being an inclusive community. The suitable applicant will embrace this cluster approach and the opportunities it provides to work in collaboration with colleagues in each of the schools to provide a seamless Kindergarten to year 12 education.

Ashdale SC's Teaching and Learning Framework underpins the high-quality teaching and learning that takes place at the College. The effective use of this framework led to the College being selected as a Quality Teaching Strategy lead school. Suitable applicants will reflect and assess the effectiveness of their teaching practice, promote engagement and learning, and provide educational opportunities which enable students to achieve their highest potential. With effective interpersonal skills, the suitable applicant will work closely with students, colleagues, and the community.

At Ashdale SC, there is a clear focus on high standards of student achievement. Systematic assessment and reporting procedures are carried out at the highest level, confirming performance, and guiding the setting of future targets for the school. Ashdale's teaching staff have a key role in school planning processes including: the analysis of student performance data, development of performance and improvement plans, and application of an evidence-based approach to student performance.

Ashdale SC is a distinctive, world-class educational community of excellence where all students are motivated to strive to achieve their best and to realise their potential in a values-rich environment. The College focuses on student engagement and well-being to ensure students always feel valued. Our House system plays a pivotal role in recognising and rewarding positive behaviour, academic achievements, and active participation in extracurricular activities. It is designed to foster connectedness and a profound sense of belonging. The system enriches the experiences of our students, parents, and the wider community, reinforcing the respect, cooperation, and independence that Ashdale SC upholds. The College measures its effectiveness through the achievement and character of our students and the integral part it plays in the community. A partnership founded on strong relationships between students, teachers, parents and the community is the enduring platform upon which the College is built.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the suitable applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

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.

Want to Know More?

Further information about Ashdale Secondary College can be found by visiting ashdalesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service.

For further job related information:

Please contact Renee Tyler, Program Coordinator, by telephoning (08) 6207 1300 or emailing renee.tyler@education.wa.edu.au

How do I Apply?

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers):

• Professional knowledge;
• Professional practice; and
• Professional engagement.

In your statement addressing these domains, you will also 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.
• Knowledge and/or a commitment to participate in relevant training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), positive behaviour support and a range of evidenced-based teaching practices to improve student outcomes.
• 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.

Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the Specialist Teaching Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Primary) program will also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

Application Instructions

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