Department of Education Victoria – Craigieburn VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Wayi School is a Government P-12 specialist school in Craigieburn providing educational programs for students with disability and high needs who have mild to profound intellectual disability.

Wayi School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school, and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and protected school environment for our students.

'Wayi' is a Woi-wurrung word of the Wurundjeri people meaning `us¿ - which represents the vision for our school perfectly.

We plan to work together, in partnership, supporting our students as a team. We know that our students will benefit from the efforts, expertise, and commitment from all of 'US' - including family, educators, and community.

The Wayi School vision is to empower and inspire every member of our learning community. We are committed to creating innovative learning environments that nurture and develop all students through an ability and strength-based approach.

Through collaborative partnerships we provide learning that is individualised and holistic to ensure our students become valued and contributing members of their community.

We believe in empowering our staff to work autonomously in a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages personal growth and development.

Wayi School¿s core values include Voice, Choice and Independence.

Voice





We believe communication underpins all areas of learning and life, and everybody has the capacity and the right to communicate.

Choice

We promote agency, enabling everyone to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world.

Independence

We strive to prepare all students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of the future.

Teaching & Learning

Wayi School is committed to developing learner independence, by purposefully using the students¿ skills and interests to promote the creation of new skills. We identify the abilities that are unique to individual students and employ a team approach that focuses on the development of skills and practices that promote lifelong learning, independence, communication and agency. Teachers, Allied Health and Education Support staff work collaboratively with the students and their parents/carers to develop Individual Education Program (IEP) goals for each student, that are meaningful and relevant for that student. ICT is used extensively to provide rich educational experiences and enhance independence.

Professional Development

Successful applicants may be required to work throughout the school, from Foundation to Senior Secondary; however, the professional preferences, experience, skills and aspirations of individual teachers will be considered and attempted to meet.

Selection Criteria





SC1Demonstrated commitment to Special Education and an understanding of Intellectual Disability and the implications for teaching and learning.

SC2Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning.This includes using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on studentlearning.

SC4Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

SC6Ability to work collaboratively as a productive team member and to actively support wider school initiatives.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2.The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes.The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibilit

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