Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Koorana Education Support Centre Teacher - Education Support Pool Ref IPS/TCH886209 Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (SEA GA 2021) Suitable Applicants from vacancy IPS/TCH845214 need not apply Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH886209 Appointment Pool Koorana Education Support Centre is seeking to establish a pool of highly motived and passionate Education Support Teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year. We are seeking high-quality teachers who are enthusiastic and dedicated to teaching students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment, and challenging behaviours. Suitable applicants should be able to manage and work well in a team and ideally possess excellent behaviour management skills and techniques matched directly to student needs. They should be innovative and have good knowledge of disability to cater for the individual learning needs of each student and ensure high expectations of student progress. Suitable applicants will provide the best for each student both academically and non-academically. They will ideally establish and maintain quality relationships and communicate extensively with all stakeholders. Experience and knowledge of planning using the Western Australian Curriculum, implementing evidence-based programs and reporting to parents for students with special education needs and disabilities, especially Autism and communication difficulties will be highly regarded. Applicants who are familiar with teaching Sounds Write, Letters and Sounds and Protective Behaviours and who have a deep understanding of communication pedagogy including the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems and Aided Language Stimulation practices are encouraged to apply. Teachers will be expected to plan, implement, monitor and report on student progress at an individual level, while incorporating school-based initiatives including Literacy, Mathematics and Communication. Experience with the Special Education Needs - Reporting to Parents (SEN RTP) is also highly desirable. Teachers are expected to undertake leadership roles across the school in accordance with the School Plan, and to actively participate in curriculum and pedagogy focus teams. KESC is an inclusive school co-located with Koorana Primary School. Our policy is to encourage the fullest cooperation between teachers, students and families in the process of learning. Koorana ESC has a collaborative team that works effectively together in a positive environment. To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers): Professional knowledge; Professional practice; and Professional engagement. Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy. Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification - even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program. The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Further information about Koorana Education Support Centre can be found by visiting www.kooranaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications For further job related information Please contact Ashleigh Currie, Principal by telephoning (08) 9523 7999 or emailing Ashleigh.currieeducation.wa.edu.au During the school holiday period, please contact Ashleigh Currie on 0427 194 416 Application Instructions All applications are submitted online. Select "