Introduction Alternative to Alternative education. Indie Academy provides young adults with the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment using flexible learning and individualised education plans tailored to each student's own education and life circumstances. 1:1 teaching and small class sizes allow students greater opportunity to identify their strengths. The Indie Academy is an innovative educational program that is integrated into Indie school campuses nationwide. Through our Learning Management System, Canvas, you will have the chance to develop interactive online material for students to utilise. Additionally, you will be involved in coordinating weekly community lunches for students, as part of our Eat Well, Do Well Program. Description Core Workplace Objectives Preparation and delivery of programs in line with appropriate curriculum. Ensuring the most effective use of time and resources in the delivery of workshops aligned to student’s individual learning and pathways plans. Promoting the school’s alternative educational and strengths-based model to ensure student goals and personal outcomes are achieved with the focus on “Changing the Lives of Young People.” Workplace Tasking & Key Responsibilities Teaching duties are aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Key duties of the teacher may include but are not limited to: Writing curriculum that provides adjustments for students (this requires an understanding of State curricula; understanding of the State Curriculum F-10 and WACE will be highly regarded) Planning, writing, and delivering structured lessons that differentiate and personalise the learning for each student Embedding best practice pedagogy into lesson plans to engage students. Working collaboratively in a small team to implement feedback. Embracing opportunities to participate in coaching and mentoring programs. Supporting young people with a range of learning needs, including disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, low levels of literacy/numeracy, and mental illness. This includes personalising the learning for individual students pursuant to the levels of adjustment of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). Collaborating to write Individual Learning Plans for all students Embedding the strategies from Individual Learning Plans in lessons to support the needs of the student Providing timely and specific feedback to students to support learning growth (particularly through formative assessment practices). Assessing and reporting student achievement and progress Behaviour management (including an understanding of trauma-informed practice, or a willingness to gain this knowledge) Skills And Experiences Essential requirements to verify before commencement: Annual National Police Check Current Working with Children’s Check-in State/s of operation Benefits of Indie: Attractive PBI Salary packaging is on offer through Maxxia Uniform provided 15 days paid personal leave Paid parental leave provisions Company laptop and mobile phone provided Access to an Employee Assistant Program Locations all around Australia Remuneration: $98,944- $128,013 based on education & experience Attractive PBI Salary packaging is on offer through Maxxia. To apply, please submit a current Resume along with a cover letter. Applications will be reviewed upon submission. If you have any questions about this role please contact James Carter - Head of School via email ( james.carterindie.edu.au )