Special Education Teacher | Term 1, 2027

Melbourne, Victoria | P–12 Specialist School | Full-Time | SEN Qualification Essential | Sponsorship Available

Are you a qualified Special Education Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of students with additional learning needs?

We are working with a highly supportive P–12 specialist school in Melbourne seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to commence in Term 1, 2027.

A recognised Special Education/SEN qualification is essential for this position.

Internationally trained teachers are welcome to apply, and sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

About the School

This specialist school provides a highly individualised learning environment for students with intellectual disability and diverse learning needs.

The school is committed to helping every student develop their academic, social, communication and life skills, with a strong focus on:

You will join a collaborative team where teachers, Education Support staff, allied-health professionals and families work together to achieve the best outcomes for students.

The Role

As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering highly differentiated learning experiences that respond to individual student strengths, needs and goals.

You will:

Real-World & Individualised Learning

A key focus of the school is preparing students for greater independence and life beyond the classroom.

Learning may include opportunities around:

This is an opportunity for a teacher who enjoys seeing progress in all its forms and understands that success can look different for every learner.

About You

You will need to be:

Previous specialist-school experience is highly regarded.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

International Teachers Welcome





If you are an overseas-trained Special Education Teacher considering a move to Victoria, this could be an excellent opportunity to continue your career in a supportive specialist setting.

We can provide guidance throughout the recruitment process, including support around VIT registration, sponsorship and relocation where applicable.

Position Details

Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Position: Special Education Teacher
School Type: P–12 Specialist School
Employment: Full-time
Start Date: Term 1, 2027
Qualification: Special Education/SEN qualification essential
Registration: VIT registration or eligibility required
Sponsorship: Available for the right candidate

Interested?

If you are a qualified Special Education Teacher looking for a rewarding prospect in Victoria, we would love to hear from you.

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Get in touch for a confidential conversation about the position, school, sponsorship and relocation opportunities.

- Individualised learning
- Student wellbeing
- Communication and independence
- Positive behaviour support
- Real-world learning
- Student voice and agency
- Community participation
- Vocational learning and future pathways
- Develop and implement individualised learning programs
- Deliver engaging literacy, numeracy and curriculum programs
- Differentiate learning to meet a wide range of abilities
- Support communication, social development and independence




- Develop positive relationships with students
- Implement positive behaviour and wellbeing strategies
- Work closely with Education Support staff
- Collaborate with allied-health professionals and families
- Monitor and assess individual student progress
- Create engaging, safe and structured learning environments
- Connect learning to practical, real-world experiences
- Support students in developing skills for life beyond school
- Community participation
- Travel and independence
- Vocational education
- Work experience
- Enterprise activities
- Employment preparation
- Communication and self-management
- Further education and post-school pathways
- A qualified teacher with a recognised Special Education/SEN qualification – essential
- Eligible for or currently holding VIT registration
- Passionate about inclusive and specialist education
- Confident differentiating learning
- Experienced in supporting students with additional needs
- A strong relationship builder
- Patient, consistent and adaptable
- Positive and solutions-focused
- Comfortable working collaboratively with Education Support staff and allied-health professionals
- Committed to high expectations for every student
- Passionate about developing student independence and wellbeing
- Term 1, 2027 commencement
- Full-time teaching opportunity
- P–12 specialist school environment
- SEN/Special Education qualification essential
- Strong Education Support and allied-health teams
- Highly individualised learning
- Strong focus on student wellbeing and inclusion
- Real-world and vocational learning opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive school culture
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference
- Sponsorship available for the right international candidate

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