Teacher

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect); Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 90,100 - 127,281; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional learning opportunities

Employee referral incentives

Access to discounts on purchases

Discounted fitness membership

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading autism service provider is seeking a full-time educator for their Riverina School in Wagga Wagga, NSW. The role offers a salary range of $90,100 to $127,281, plus a special education allowance. The successful candidate will work closely with students on the autism spectrum, adopting a person-centred approach to education. Applicants must have NESA registration and preferably special education qualifications. This position offers professional learning opportunities and a supportive environment, enhancing educators' skills in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• NESA registration to teach in NSW is mandatory.
• Special education qualifications are preferred.
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or other intellectual disabilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create a tailored learning environment for children on the autism spectrum.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team including family and professionals.
• Support individual student needs through evidence-informed best practices.

Skills

NESA registration to teach in NSW

Experience with students on the autism spectrum

NSW Working with Children Check clearance

Education

Special education qualifications

Tools

Light Rigid driver's licence

Job description

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) – Pay

This range is provided by Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range – A$90,100.00/yr – A$127,281.00/yr

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism‑specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism‑specific school programmes in the world. A not‑for‑profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum and their families to deliver evidence‑informed solutions that are person‑centred, family‑focused and customer‑driven. We recognise the brilliance of each individual, seeking to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Summary

Maximum term contract for 2026
Full‑time role (5 days per week)
Base salary $90,100 – 127,281k + special education allowance $3,699 p.a.
Located at Aspect Riverina School at Wagga Wagga, NSW or at one of the satellite classes in the region.

What you will do

Aspect is a leader in education for children on the autism spectrum. Working at Aspect means you will be supported by a team of passionate professional educators. You will help create a learning environment that is tailored to the individual needs of students through evidence‑informed best practice in autism. Class sizes are small and you always have the assistance of a dedicated teacher aide. 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 programmes. This wrap‑around multidisciplinary approach to support means that you will gain new skills and work experience that can help you reach your professional goals.

Qualifications

• NESA registration to teach in NSW
• Special education qualifications are preferred
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or with other intellectual disability (desirable)
• NSW Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment
• Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence
• A Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence (desirable)
• International police clearance may be required

Benefits

• Ongoing professional learning opportunities for advancement
• Full‑time base salary of $90k – $127k (depending on qualifications, accreditation, and relevant teaching experience) + special education allowance $3,699 p.a. + superannuation, pro rata for part‑time employment or casual loading as applicable
• Salary packaging options to increase your take‑home pay
• Employee referral incentives
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International

How to Apply

Click on the green "I'm Interested" button, attach your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional. CVs are not accepted directly via email.

Applications close: 30th January 2026.

After submission, eligible candidates will be invited to a brief chat interview, similar to a first interview but with flexibility to complete at their own pace. The interview consists of five questions and takes about 20 minutes. Upon completion you will receive a personality profile and next steps.

Successful candidates will be asked to provide statements of service to calculate remuneration step level.

Contact: Amanda Yates, Head of Learning & Wellbeing, Aspect Riverina School, [e-mail] or [phone].

EEO Statement

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.