At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate special education services to support students with disabilities.
- Company: Join the Queensland Department of Education, promoting innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Flexible work-life balance, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Be part of a vibrant school community with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying the beauty of the Outback.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience in special education services.
The predicted salary is between 51615 - 63085 $ per year.
About the Department of
Education: Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation.
Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance.
Find out more about working with us.
About us: Cloncurry State School P-12 is a Prep to Year 12 school located in the mineral-rich province of north-west Queensland, approximately 800km west of Townsville and 121km east of Mount Isa.
The school itself lies at the centre of our town both geographically and socially.
Our students and staff enjoy the country atmosphere offered by smaller towns, including the natural beauty of the Australian Outback and surrounds.
We strive to provide 'Excellence in Education in the Outback' across all aspects of learning, including academic, sporting, musical and cultural activities.
Your opportunity: Coordinate the delivery of quality advice and support through the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program, including guidance for teachers supporting students with disability.
Advise school leaders and staff on planning and implementing appropriate adjustments to meet the learning needs of students with disability.
Organise targeted teaching interventions and coordinate case management for students requiring substantial or extensive adjustments, while supporting staff to access specialist services and professional development.
Contribute to school planning and decision-making, maintain systems to monitor students with disability, and coordinate the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability.
Build partnerships with parents, government agencies and community groups, while managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve program goals.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested?
Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description.
Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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