Disability Education Specialist Teacher (Inclusive)

ACT Education Directorate; Canberra; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support up to AUD 12K

Job summary

ACT Education Directorate seeks qualified Specialist Teachers in Disability Education for primary and secondary positions across Canberra public schools. Join a system that prioritises wellbeing and reduced workloads, with a pathway to leadership and a 3-year New Educator Support Program.

Starting salaries for graduate teachers begin at AUD 91,396, with experienced teachers earning between AUD 108,619 and AUD 129,106.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary teaching qualification with disability specialisation or equivalent.
• Eligibility includes ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration and WWVP clearance.
• Citizenship, permanent residency or valid visa required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to whole‑school planning and inclusive school culture.
• Develop and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for students.
• Provide explicit instruction and support to students with diverse needs.
• Lead Learning Support Assistants and paraprofessional staff.
• Advise non‑specialist teachers on differentiation and inclusive practices.
• Collaborate with therapists, support staff and families to optimise progress.
• Monitor progress and collect evidence for NCCD compliance.
• Support obligations under Disability Standards for Education 2005.

Skills

Disability education

Student support

Education

4-year teaching qualification

Disability education specialization

Job description

ACT Education Directorate seeks qualified Specialist Teachers in Disability Education for primary and secondary positions across Canberra public schools. Join a system that prioritises wellbeing and reduced workloads, with a pathway to leadership and a 3-year New Educator Support Program.

Starting salaries for graduate teachers begin at AUD 91,396, with experienced teachers earning between AUD 108,619 and AUD 129,106.