Specialist Teacher - Learning Differences and Disabilities

Emanuel School; Randwick City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Additional leave for Jewish High Holidays

Comprehensive staff wellbeing program

Confidential counselling sessions

Social events for staff

Discounted school fees for staff children

Job summary

An independent educational institution in New South Wales is seeking a passionate Specialist Teacher - Learning Differences and Disabilities. This temporary position for 2026 focuses on supporting students with learning differences in a mainstream setting. Candidates should have relevant teaching qualifications and experience with various disabilities. The role offers flexibility in hours and a strong focus on professional development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-functioning students with learning disabilities.
• Qualifications to teach in a mainstream environment.
• Must hold a current Working With Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning differences in a mainstream setting.
• Collaborate with teachers on targeted teaching strategies.

Skills

Teaching learners with learning differences

Collaboration with classroom teachers

Research-based teaching techniques

Education

Tertiary qualifications in teaching

Specialized qualifications in additional needs

Job description

Overview

Emanuel School is looking for a passionate and dedicated Specialist Teacher - Learning Differences and Disabilities for 2026. This is a temporary position for the 2026 school year, covering for a teacher on leave. The role may be full time across Primary and High School, or part time (0.6 FTE) Primary only (Stage 3) or High School, depending on candidate preference.

Responsibilities

(Note: Specific responsibilities are not listed in the provided text. The refined description preserves the role focus on supporting students with learning differences within a mainstream setting and collaborating with classroom teachers to implement targeted, research-based teaching techniques.)

About the Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will be a suitably qualified teacher with tertiary qualifications in teaching and in aspects of specialised/additional needs, particularly for high-functioning students. Related experience in teaching learners with learning differences and disabilities that affect access to the curriculum in a mainstream environment is essential. These include Dyslexia and other language disorders, ADHD, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Autism Spectrum Disorder and hearing and sight impairments. The applicant must hold a current Working With Children Check.

How to Apply

Review the full job description on the Emanuel School website. Send your application to [e-mail] with a cover letter and university transcripts. We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview applicants prior to the closing date.

About Our School

Emanuel is an independent, co-educational, Jewish day school from Pre-school to Year 12, situated in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. You do not need to be Jewish to join the team. Emanuel School is committed to providing co-educational excellence and to fostering a love of learning, community, and a respect for Jewish heritage. The school aims to provide individual, nurturing environments with a broad range of subjects and opportunities.

You can learn more about Emanuel School via the website www.emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au

Why Work at Emanuel?

Emanuel School has been recognised as a 5-Star Employer of Choice by The Educator magazine. The school offers more than salary, including a focus on work–life balance, professional development, and wellbeing.

• professional development and leadership opportunities
• additional leave for Jewish High Holidays
• comprehensive staff wellbeing program, including gym access and weekly staff fitness sessions with a trainer, plus optional annual flu shots
• up to four confidential counselling sessions for the employee and immediate family each year via the EAP
• staff social events planned by the Social Committee
• discounted school fees where applicable for staff with children enrolled

Emanuel School is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Safety and Child Protection

Emanuel School is a child-safe school and prioritises the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of students. The school maintains policies to protect children from abuse and to promote safety, including a duty of care and compliance with child protection legislation.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Industries
• Primary and Secondary Education