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Join Our Team at Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School

Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School (EFS), situated in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula, is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and cutting-edge learning setting. Our vision is to ensure every learner is connected, supported, and equipped for success, guided by our core values of respect, honesty, achievement, and responsibility.

Position Available: Primary Special Class Teacher

We are seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic teacher to join our committed Primary Campus team as Special Class Teacher. You will support and empower learners with disability who require substantial adjustments to access and thrive in their learning. The class caters for learners across R-6 requiring personalised education, including students with complex communication and behavioural needs.

Why choose Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School?
* Professional development and continuous improvement are embedded in our educational community.
* Team-oriented, inclusive team and a supportive working setting.
* Opportunity to lead the development of a new special class and personalised learning approach.
* Forge meaningful partnerships with local families, agencies, and community organisations.
* Access to comprehensive support from Student Support Services and specialised programs.

Your Role :
* Build and maintain positive relationships with students, their families, and carers.
* Teach and support a diverse cohort of learners, including those with autism, intellectual disability, complex communication needs
* Plan, implement and assess individual learning programs using the Australian Curriculum,



with substantial and extensive adjustments as necessary.
* Use a range of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems-experience with PODD books and Proloquo2Go is highly regarded.
* Experience assessing and reporting using the ABLES assessment tool
* Apply evidence-based strategies, such as Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)
* Work collaboratively with classroom SSOs, other teachers, and external agencies (e.g., NDIS providers).
* Engage in and promote whole school planning for inclusion and personalised learning.
* Provide opportunities for students to build independence, confidence, and participate in community-based learning.

How to Apply:
Apply today by submitting your resume and answering the below questions in an application response:
1. Describe a time when you tailored or personalised learning experiences for students with disability, including those requiring extensive adjustments or use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. What strategies did you use, and what was the impact on students' engagement and achievement?
2. Explain how you have worked collaboratively with Student Support Officers (SSOs), families, allied health professionals, or external agencies to optimise learning outcomes and well-being for students with complex needs. What role did you play in building this partnership, and what were the outcomes?
3. Reflect on a challenging behaviour or complex communication need you have encountered in a special class setting. How did you approach the situation, including any evidence-based strategies employed, and what did you learn that has influenced your ongoing practice?

📌 ONGOING TEACHER - EASTERN FLEURIEUSCHOOL (STRATHALBYNCAMPUS) - SPECIAL CLASS (Kingscote)
🏢 Department for Education & Child Development
📍 Kingscote