Job Description
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About Warracknabeal Special Developmental School
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Warracknabeal Special Developmental School (SDS) is a dual-model special education setting located in the North Wimmera. Housed in modern, purpose-built facilities co-located with the local primary and secondary schools, we cater to 33 inspiring students aged 5–18 with mild, moderate, and profound intellectual disabilities, alongside physical, sensory, and behavioural support needs.
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Our vision is to provide a safe and supportive community of lifelong learners where respect, diversity, and success are valued. Underpinned by our core values of
Respect, Equity, and Honesty
, we empower both our students and staff to reach their full potential within the school community and beyond.
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We are seeking a passionate, adaptable, and dedicated Special Education Classroom Teacher to join our collaborative team of educators and Education Support (ES) staff.
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In this role, you will design and deliver highly personalised learning programs tailored to a diverse student cohort—ranging from pre-writing and early functional communication stages through to senior transition pathways.
Key Responsibilities n
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Curriculum Design & Delivery:
Plan and implement sequential learning programs grounded in the
Victorian Curriculum 2.0 (VC 2.0)
, adapting outcomes to meet individual developmental stages.
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Structured Teaching:
Utilise
TEACCH
structured teaching principles to establish predictable, visual, and supportive classroom environments that foster personal independence.
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Senior Pathways:
Deliver
ASDAN (Towards Independence)
coursework for senior students (Years 7–12) to build essential life skills,



autonomy, and community engagement.
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Individualised Support:
Develop, monitor, and evaluate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students across a spectrum of learning, communication, sensory, and physical needs.
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Collaborative Practice:
Lead dynamic classroom teams of Education Support staff to ensure cohesive, safe, and positive learning environments.
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Community Engagement:
Foster respectful, transparent relationships with families, allied health professionals, and the broader community.
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Key Selection Criteria & Qualifications n
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Registration:
Current Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
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Pedagogical Expertise:
Demonstrated knowledge or experience in special education frameworks, including TEACCH structured teaching and Victorian Curriculum 2.0 adaptations. Experience with ASDAN pathways is highly regarded.
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Inclusive Mindset:
Strong commitment to student-centred teaching, promoting dignity, independence, and personal success for students with diverse abilities (including pre-writing learners).
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Team Leadership:
Proven capability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and guide classroom ES staff.
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Values Alignment:
A solid alignment with our core values of Respect, Equity, and Honesty.
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Why Join Us? n
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State-of-the-Art Facilities:
Teach in newly built, purpose-designed learning spaces.
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Strong Community Support:
Join a tight-knit, highly supportive team with a low student-to-staff ratio.
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Impactful Work:
Make a tangible, daily difference in the lives of young people and their families in the Wimmera region.
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📌 Special Education Teacher (Victoria)
🏢 Warracknabeal Special Development School
📍 Victoria