- Specialist Teachers (Disability Education)

Specialist Teachers (Disability Education)

Specialist Teachers (Disability Education)
Full time Permanent

Classification: Classroom Teacher
Salary: $91,396 - $129,106 plus superannuation
Position No: Specialist Teachers (Disability Education)
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 12 October 2026
Contact Officer: EDU Recruitment on [email protected]

Specialist Teachers (Disability Education) – Primary and Secondary: permanent and temporary positions

Join our team of passionate teachers in ACT public schools and make a real difference in the lives of students. We are seeking qualified specialist teachers with disability education experience for primary and secondary positions across a range of local and specialist schools in Canberra.

What we can offer you:

- Competitive pay: Enjoy some of the best teacher pay and conditions in Australia. Starting at $91,396 for graduate teachers and experienced teachers earning between $108,619 and $129,106.
- Relocation support: Up to AUD $12K reimbursement for interstate and international teachers, plus extra for dependents.
- Salary packaging: Options with full fringe benefits tax concessions.
- Supportive environment: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Career growth: Benefit from the 3-year New Educator Support Program and leadership pathways to fast-track your career.
- Work-life balance: Enjoy short commutes as every ACT public school is within a 30-minute drive, giving you more time for what matters.
- Focus on wellbeing: Work under an Enterprise Agreement that prioritises teacher wellbeing and reduced workloads.





About the ACT Education Directorate:

We deliver high-quality public education for children and young people across the ACT. Our mission is to provide excellent, fair and equitable learning opportunities where every student feels safe, valued and supported to thrive.

ACT public schools educate more than 50,000 students across 93 schools including early childhood schools, preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist school settings.

Students with disability and diverse learning needs are welcome to attend their local school, where they will be supported with reasonable adjustments. ACT public schools have access to the Education Directorate’s Allied Health Service, School Psychology Service and evidence-based professional learning.

As an inclusive and diversity teacher in an ACT public school, you will:

- Contribute to whole school planning and the development of a fully inclusive school culture.
- Develop and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) tailored to students’ unique learning needs and goals.
- Provide explicit instruction and direct support to students with diverse abilities, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
- Lead Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) and other paraprofessional staff working with students under your care.




- Provide professional guidance and support to non-specialist teachers and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) on differentiation and inclusive practices.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, support staff, and families, to optimise student outcomes.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as necessary, and lead the collection of evidence for NCCD compliance.
- Support the school to meet its obligations under the Disability Standards for Education 2005.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in disability and inclusion.

What we’re looking for:

- Qualifications and experience: A recognised tertiary teaching qualification, with a specialisation in disability education or equivalent and/or demonstrated experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, intellectual disabilities and learning difficulties.
- Passion for care: Empathetic, patient and adaptable, driven by a genuine passion for empowering every student to thrive and succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Commitment: An ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and the community, and a commitment to nurturing student wellbeing.
- A recognised 4-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.
- ACT Teacher Quality Institute Teacher Registration (or eligibility to apply).
- Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration (or eligibility to apply).
- Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.
- Your resume/CV detailing your ex

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