<p><b>Applications are invited for suitably qualified Learning Support Teachers. </b></p><p><b>This is a permanent position commencing January 2022. </b></p><p><i>Working Hours / FTE negotiable for the preferred candidate.</i></p><p><b><br /></b></p><p>Sydney Catholic Schools provide reasonable adjustments to assist and support students with disability to successfully engage in learning. Students with complex intellectual and developmental disabilities may benefit from a highly personalised program, smaller class sizes and the additional support provided in a SCS Specialist Support Class located within a mainstream school setting.</p><p><br /></p><p>From 2022, Good Samaritan Catholic College Hinchinbrook will be opening specialist support classes, enrolling students in Years 7 and 8 with moderate intellectual and complex disabilities. Students enrolled in these classes will benefit from highly skilled Special Education teachers, contemporary technology and quality resources whilst being active and valued members of our school community. The curriculum is personalised, integrated and collaborative and builds the capabilities of all students. The school is committed to collaboration and conversations that focus on student and staff growth.</p><p><br /></p><p>Applicants should address the following essential criteria, desirable criteria and general capabilities in a cover letter addressed to the Principal. <br /></p><p><b>Essential Criteria:</b><br /></p><ul><li>Demonstrable support and commitment to the mission, values and ethos of Catholic Education</li><li>Qualifications in Special Education and/or experience teaching students with a variety of disabilities including moderate cognitive disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other complex needs.</li><li>Quality classroom practice and highly developed skills which enhance student engagement through differentiated and individualised learning programs.  </li><li>Knowledge of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) cyclic processes is essential, including planning, implementation, validation and review of student’s Personalised Plans.</li><li>Highly developed organisational, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively, proactively and professionally with colleagues within the broader school community, parents/carers, Learning Support Officers and system and/or external support personnel.</li><li>Thorough knowledge of Life Skills syllabi with a specific focus on developing student’s skills and independence, thereby enhancing their post school opportunities.</li><li>Demonstrated skills in integrating each student’s specialised communication systems and their other assistive technology into all aspects of the teaching and learning cycle.</li><li>Passion to work with the young people of the Good Samaritan community</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Desirable Criteria: </b><br /></p><ul><li>Ability and qualifications to teach Religious Education</li></ul><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b><b>The following <u>General Capabilities</u> are applicable to the role: </b></p><ul><li> Well-developed interpersonal skills</li><li> Well-developed oral and written communication skills</li><li> Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment</li><li> Strong organisational skills</li><li>Child Protection legislation requires the applicant have a current Working With Children Clearance.</li></ul><p><b><br /></b></p><p>To be employed in a Sydney Catholic School, all applicants must first obtain classification and accreditation through the application process on-line at <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers" rel="nofollow">https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers</a><br /></p><p> </p><p>This process includes the submission of relevant documents to Sydney Catholic Schools for verification.</p><p><br /></p><p>An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.</p>