Undergrad/Graduate Teacher - Expression of Interest

Aspect Hunter School

Thornton, NSW 


Diverse Learning / Special Needs

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 31 January 2024


Are you passionate about people?

<div class="container"> <div id="description"> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Are you a graduate teacher ready to launch your career?</strong></span></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Or an undergraduate</strong><strong> wanting some practical experience in the classroom as a teacher's aide while you complete your degree?&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Do you have a passion for teaching and providing dynamic, individualised learning for students?&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>We are seeking dedicated, inspirational undergraduates or graduates to join the Aspect education team as teachers or casual teachers aide!</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Base salary $78-114k + special education allowance $3,392 p.a. (pro rata for part time employment)&nbsp;</strong></span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/751978247?h=af2eb84130&amp;color=003260&amp;title=0&amp;byline=0" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Starting a new job straight out of University can be daunting.&nbsp; Well don’t worry, we’ve got you! We understand that you may be studying and are not ready to teach quite yet. Joining as a Teacher's Aide is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your teaching career with Aspect and transition to a teaching role when you are ready! We have both teacher and casual teacher aide roles available in our nine schools.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Aspect are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum. Working at Aspect means you will be supported by a team of passionate professional educators as you launch into your career as a teacher. You will also have an opportunity to work in a learning environment that tailors to the individual needs of students through evidence informed best practice in autism. Class sizes are small and always have the assistance of a dedicated teacher aide. You will learn about the ACA which is Aspects comprehensive approach to the way we support people. You will work closely in a team that includes the student, family, teacher aide and other professionals such as our school psychologist, speech therapists and occupational therapists to develop and deliver quality learning programs. This wrap around multi disciplinary approach to support means that you will gain new skills and work experience that can help you reach your professional goals.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: 10pt;">"I am passionate about everything Aspect stands for. Aspect offers an inclusive, welcoming and happy environment for both students and staff. I felt Aspect was the right place for me to offer my skills as well as to help me grow as a beginning teacher ...</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em>&nbsp;I have felt very supported by my team and the leadership team. We have regular meetings and check-ins to debrief... Each class has a teacher’s aide, who are well trained and really know the students."&nbsp;</em> Graduate Teacher, Aspect Hunter School</span></em></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Teacher Position Profile:&nbsp;<a href="https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ASPECT1589/assets/20307122" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Teacher's Aide Position Profile: <a href="https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ASPECT1589/assets/20307125">Click here</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Who we are:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) has grown to become Australia's&nbsp;largest national educational program for children on the autism spectrum, with 9 independent schools operating from 67 locations in&nbsp;NSW and South Australia catering to approximately 1,200 students, so there are plenty of opportunities to choose from. At Aspect we foster a culture of belonging and investment in both staff and students. We would help your to build your career with us and see you reach your potential. <a href="https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/how-can-we-help/going-to-school" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to find out more about our schools.</a></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong><em>We're passionate about people, about being positive and about what’s possible!</em></strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">NESA registration to teach in NSW (not required for Teacher's Aide)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Special Education qualification/s are preferred</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Passion for working with students on the autism spectrum or other intellectual disability</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">NSW Working With Children Check clearance for paid employment</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's license </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">A Light Rigid (LR) driver's license is desirable</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What we offer:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ongoing learning opportunities for advancement</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Full time base salary of $78k - $114k (depending on qualifications, accreditation and relevant teaching experience) +&nbsp;<strong>special education allowance $3,392 p.a.</strong>&nbsp;(pro rata for part time employment) + superannuation, pro rata or casual loading as applicable</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Salary packaging to increase your take home pay</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Employee referral incentives</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">EAP services</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Discounted Fitness Passport membership options</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Perkbox App that offers access to a wide range of discounts on everyday retail, household and lifestyle purchases</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">&nbsp;As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), Aspect employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities including $15,899 each year tax free. This means you can increase the value of your take-home pay.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ASPECT2/assets/17625720">Click here for a summary of some of the benefits you can access when working at Aspect.</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>To apply: </strong>Please complete the candidate questionnaire as part of Aspect's online recruitment process. There is no closing date for this role, all applications will be reviewed as they are received, and successful applicants will be contacted.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">COVID-19 Vaccination is a condition of employment for all staff in Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) and staff are required to have had two doses of the COVID-19 vaccination.&nbsp; As part of the recruitment/interview process Aspect will collect information related to your vaccination status to ensure you meet this condition of employment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Enquiries should be directed to our careers team:&nbsp; </strong>careers@autismspectrum.org.au</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>More information about Aspect: </strong><a href="http://www.autismspectrum.org.au/">www.autismspectrum.org.au</a><strong>.</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong><em>Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is committed to providing an environment free from abuse, neglect and exploitation of the people we support.</em></strong></span></p> </div> <div id="apply-now-button">Apply Now</div> </div>
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