Special Education Teacher - Inclusive, Impactful Role (City …, City of Sydney

Job Description
- Teacher Special Education
- Killarney Heights High School (0000BAOL) Teacher Special Education
- Killarney Heights High School
- 0000BAOL . Location Location Sydney Region Advertisement Number A900156021 Number of Positions Number of Positions 1 Total Remuneration Package: Remuneration package valued at up to $156,253.00. Base salary ranges from $90,177.00 to $137,861.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation. Base salary rates above the minimum are available depending on experience. School Name Killarney Heights High School Principal Network The Forest Staffing Area Northern Beaches FTE 1.000 Contact Phone number 94517005 Contact School Admin
- 99999999 Closing Date Closing Date 10-Jun-2026, 6:00:00 AM Job Category Job Category Teachers Organisation Organisation Teaching Service Position Information Killarney Heights High School is a comprehensive co-educational school with a population of 930 students, 43% EALD, located 20 minutes from the Sydney CBD in a bushland setting near the northern beaches of Sydney. At Killarney Heights High School, we empower students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive academically, vocationally and socially. Through a rounded approach to education which caters to the whole child
- the intellectual, the physical and the emotional
- we support each student to achieve their full potential, inspiring them to become ethical, creative and compassionate leaders within and beyond their community. We ensure equity and excellence in student achievement by placing evidence-based instruction at the core of our school and classroom practice. Through an unwavering focus on teacher collaboration, reflection and improvement, we ensure all students are challenged with the rich teaching, learning and extra-curricular experiences necessary to achieve the high aspirations we inspire in them. By focusing on the vital skills of problem-solving and critical thinking we empower students to approach academic and real-world challenges with curiosity and confidence. We are supported by an active P&C; and an engaged Student Representative Council. Working in partnership with families and parents, we instil a commitment to service and a shared responsibility for the success of the school community. We strive to create a vibrant, inclusive and connected school community in which positive relationships thrive, and all students feel valued and understood. By using student voice to refine our practices, we empower our students to advocate for themselves and become active agents in the creation of a socially just and sustainable global community. Specific Selection Criteria Approval to teach Special Education and/or experience in teaching special education with demonstrated capacity in working with students with autism, moderate intellectual disabilities, and with complex behavioural and communication needs. Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and monitor quality personalised learning and support plans and proven capacity to develop differentiated and innovative learning programs utilising knowledge of curriculum, assessment and the Disability Standards for Education. Proven capacity to implement the principals of restorative, trauma-informed practice to create a positive, inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs. Evidence of high-level interpersonal skills and capacity to effectively communicate across all stakeholders within the school context to build positive relationships and enhance a culture of inclusivity. Conditions 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. Special Notes Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

This advertisement qualifies for permanent part time employment; therefore, applicants seeking either permanent full-time or permanent part-time work are encouraged to apply. Candidates must indicate their desired FTE (up to the maximum FTE of the advertised position) in their application prior to submission. Please note:
• The FTE selection is final
• No changes (increase or decrease) will be permitted at the point of offer if you are the recommended applicant
• If no FTE is indicated, it will be assumed you are seeking the full FTE of the advertised role. Recommended applicants seeking part-time employment will be appointed at their nominated FTE. Any remaining FTE may be offered to applicants on the eligibility list, who are not obliged to accept. Further information can be found on the merit selection webpage . About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage .

Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here . To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rt3nh