Teacher - Special School for Children on the Autism Spectrum

Teacher - Permanent Full Time

For both immediate start and Term 1, 2027

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Primary or Secondary Teacher who will benefit from:

• Working alongside a collaborative team of therapists and teachers' aides

• Access to an ongoing mentoring program and professional learning

• Targeted opportunities for career development

About the role

Giant Steps’ teachers work collaboratively in a dynamic team of teacher aides, speech therapists, occupational therapists and music therapists. Teachers work alongside therapists in the classroom to deliver the curriculum and implement a range of strategies and supports, enhancing the teaching and learning experience of students. Giant Steps has an established inclusive, neuro-affirming culture that it actively seeks to foster through acceptance and understanding of the child as an individual.

We are committed to innovation across all facets of the school. The Giant Steps staff team includes over 25 teachers, 50 teacher aides, and 20 full-time equivalent (FTE) therapists, including speech therapists, occupational therapists and music therapists. These staff support 115 students across our primary and secondary schools.

The school operates many complimentary services to support students and their families, including an on-site mental health clinic with specialist support from a paediatrician and psychiatrist.

For more information, visit giantsteps.net.au

Duties and responsibilities

• Deliver quality teaching for students on the autism spectrum, including planning, delivery, and evaluation of the class program

• Design, implement, assess and report the progress of students according to their Individual Plans

• Design and implement differentiated teaching resources specifically targeting the individual needs of students

• Implement strategies supporting student engagement within the program

• Collaborate effectively within the trans-disciplinary team

• Support and manage teacher aides in the class team

• Respect and support colleagues and families through positive communication

• Actively ensure the ongoing inclusion of students on the autism spectrum within the school and wider community

Essential criteria

• Relevant degree

• Accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

• Experience working with children on the autism spectrum

• Flexible, adaptable and responsive approach to teaching and learning

• Active and inclusive approach to interacting and engaging with children

• Ability to work collaboratively within teams to achieve shared outcomes for students

• Commitment to continuous professional growth and evidence-informed practice

• Capacity to build strong partnerships with students, families and colleagues

• First aid certificate or be willing to obtain one

Desirable experience

• Experience working in a special education setting

• Additional qualifications in Special Education or further study in relevant areas

What the successful candidate can expect from Giant Steps

• Regular mentoring and support that is responsive to your needs

• Access to extensive professional learning opportunities given Giant Steps’ commitment to professional development for all staff

• Opportunity to increase your take-home income through access to maximum allowable Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption, due to Giant Steps status as a PBI

• Additional benefits include working in a team, access to a range of professional expertise from different disciplines, access to mentoring from experienced teachers

• Salary scale between $90,100 - $132,260 + superannuation. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Giant Steps Sydney is a child-safe school. We promote the safety and well-being of children with a disability. Prohibited persons need not apply. Relevant screening checks will be conducted for all applicants.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your application via Seek, including both a cover letter and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills and experience relevant to this role. Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Andrew Frakes.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact ••••@giantsteps.net.au