2027 start Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning Range 2
Located in Melbourne's western suburbs,Sunshine Special Developmental School (SDS)provides a unique and cutting-edge learning environment for students aged5-18 yearswithmoderate to severe intellectual disabilities. As aP-12 school, Sunshine SDS is structured around a Primary and Secondary Learning Centre model that supports continuity of learning and development.
Our school community is culturally rich and diverse. We have a strong Vietnamese community and continue to welcome an increasing number of Burmese and African families into our learning environment.
Sunshine SDS has an enrolment of200 studentsand a dedicated staff team comprising:
- 33 Teachers
- 46 Education Support Staff
Teaching and Learning
Our programs are tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. Learning isstudent-centred, withIndividual Education Plans (IEPs)developed in partnership with families. Teaching is guided by data to identify priority learning goals and monitor progress.
Learning is aligned to theVictorian Curriculum, with a strong focus on:
- Communication
- Mathematics
- Personal and Social Capability
Students engage in a range of hands on, meaningful learning experiences, includingplay based learning,enrichment programs, andIntensive Interaction. Specialist programs further enhance engagement and skill development, including:
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Learn to Play
- Bike Education
- Physical Education
- Cooking
- Respectful Relationships
Wellbeing and Allied Health
Our Wellbeing and Allied Health team plays a vital role in supporting students and staff. Sunshine SDS is a School Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPBS) school with a team of Behaviour Support Coaches in classrooms building staff capacity and student behaviours.
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapist
- Behaviour Support Team
- Allied Health Assistants
Additional support for students and families is provided by our:
- African Cultural Worker
- NDIS Navigator
- School Nurse
Together,
these teams work collaboratively to ensure every student is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Sunshine SDS promotes and upholds our vision of "Excellence in education for every
student, every day without exception."
Located in Melbourne's western suburbs,Sunshine Special Developmental School (SDS)provides a unique and innovative learning environment for students aged5-18 yearswithmoderate to severe intellectual disabilities. As aP-12 school, Sunshine SDS is structured around a Primary and Secondary Learning Centre model that supports continuity of learning and development.
Our school community is culturally rich and diverse. We have a strong Vietnamese community and continue to welcome an increasing number of Burmese and African families into our learning environment.
Sunshine SDS has an enrolment of200 studentsand a dedicated staff team comprising:
- 5 Principal Class Officers
- 3 Leading Teachers
- 3 Learning Specialists
- 33 Teachers
- 46 Education Support Staff
Teaching and Learning
Our programs are tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. Learning isstudent-centred, withIndividual Education Plans (IEPs)developed in partnership with families. Teaching is guided by data to identify priority learning goals and monitor progress.
Learning is aligned to theVictorian Curriculum, with a strong focus on:
- English
- Communication
- Mathematics
- Personal and Social Capability
Students engage in a range of hands on, meaningful learning experiences, includingplay based learning,enrichment programs, andIntensive Interaction. Specialist programs further enhance engagement and skill development, including:
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Learn to Play
- Bike Education
- Physical Education
- Cooking
- Respectful Relationships
Wellbeing and Allied Health
Our Wellbeing and Allied Health team plays a vital role in supporting students and staff. Sunshine SDS is a School Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPBS) school with a team of Behaviour Support Coaches in classrooms building staff capacity and student behaviours.
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📌 2027 start Assistant Principal (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne
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