Special Needs Teacher / Specialist Early Childhood Teacher
The Autism Connect Early (ACE) Programme is seeking a passionate and motivated Special Needs Teacher or experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our transdisciplinary team of educators, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and positive behavioural support practitioners. You will provide specialist and quality early intervention support to children on the Autism Spectrum.
About Ashton’s Place & ACE
Ashton’s Place Limited is a charitable foundation that supports autistic children aged between 3 and 6 years old. The Autism Connect Early (ACE) Programme operates in 5 early childhood centres, which provide early childhood support for children and their families. The programme aims to promote skill development and meaningful participation in the early childhood setting using naturalistic supports. We aim to meet children where they are at; offer individualised regulation supports; build social connection and relationships; and support them to achieve their individualised goals.
About your role
* Working within a transdisciplinary team, you will deliver individualised and quality Early Childhood Intervention to children with Autism.
* You will collaborate with the therapy team to ensure strategies to meet learning goals are embedded within children’s everyday routines.
* You will support meaningful participation within the mainstream Kindergarten Programme.
* You will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families.
* You will contribute to the monitoring of skill acquisition and recording of intervention participation.
* You will participate in ongoing Autism-specific intervention training with experienced educators and therapists.
* You will contribute to research processes as required for programme evaluation and ongoing research.
About you
* Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or relevant Special Education Teaching qualifications. Your role within the team & remuneration will be reflected by your qualification & experience.
* Ability to implement stimulating programs based on the children's interests, the EYLF, and QKLG.
* Commitment to the provision of quality education to children with Autism.
* Confidence in building strong relationships and partnerships with children and families.
* Ability to observe and record children’s learning and contribute to their educational portfolios.
What we can offer you
* Negotiable, above-award salary, rewarding your knowledge and experience!
* 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!
* Additional hours a week for off-the-floor programming!
* Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.
* Annual leave allocation negotiable.
* Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay.
* Ongoing professional development with a generous yearly allowance.
* Working within a friendly and supportive team, with peer support across disciplines, and regular (to be determined by you) support and supervision from experienced therapists or external supervisors.
* Comprehensive onboarding process, including specific training based on best practice education and therapeutic approaches.
* Acknowledge your contribution and the ideas/skills you bring to the team. Your contribution to the programme is encouraged.
* State-of-the-art facilities and hand-picked resources in beautiful surroundings.
For more information
Please contact Ashton’s Place Director of Education & Training, Abby Marshall - 0418 299 197.
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as an early childhood teacher?
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