Teacher in Melbourne

Experienced classroom Teacher for St Pauls College located in Balwyn. State of the art facility with supportive learning environment. Support students with diverse learning, emotional, behavioural and physical disabilities.

We require an experienced and qualified classroom teacher for a full-time position commencing immediately and one full-time teacher for a 12-month maternity leave cover to commence now, experience in PE preferred. St Paul’s College community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. St Paul’s College is committed to provide a child safe learning environment.

About the role: St Pauls College located in Balwyn, is dedicated to supporting children aged 5 to 18 years with intellectual disabilities. Many of our students also experience coexisting conditions such as autism spectrum disorders, sensory impairments, genetic syndromes, and complex communication needs. We are deeply committed to working in partnership with families to help each student reach their full potential. To support this goal, the College offers a comprehensive multidisciplinary allied health program, delivered through a client-focused approach.

Become part of a highly skilled team including teachers, teaching assistants, speech therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and a school nurse.

Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide a supportive learning environment for students with diverse learning, emotional, behavioural, medical, and physical disabilities.
• Design, prepare, implement, and monitor Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in consultation with Student Support Groups (SSGs), including parents, carers, and allied health professionals.
• Support school programs and activities, including excursions and Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Participate in Professional Learning Teams and contribute to curriculum development and evaluation.
• Supervise and support teacher assistants, volunteers, and others assigned to your classroom.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to maintain a safe and constructive classroom atmosphere.
• Visit alternative placements for dual-school students to ensure consistency and support.
• Maintain class records and attend to students’ personal and physical needs.
• Participate in playground duty and uphold the school’s commitment to child safety.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Appropriate teaching qualification
• Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

• Special Education qualification
• Experience working in a specialist school (Prep to Lower Primary)

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art facility with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities
• Be part of a school committed to continual improvement, quality, and child safety

Qualifications:

• Teaching qualification
• Current VIT registration

Desirable:

• Some experience working with children with disabilities

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

• A Collaborative and energetic team environment
• Excellent salary packaging benefits
• A competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development
• A positive and supportive workplace culture

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check.