Arcadia College ( is a Co-Ed Independent Secondary Special Assistance School located at Robina, Gold Coast. We are located in our beautiful purpose-built school next to the Robina railway station. Our school actively engages young people who have prematurely disengaged from mainstream high schools both on campus and through Distance Education. Arcadia delivers academic outcomes in a nurturing and welfare-based environment. We strive and achieve high attendance levels. We continue to invest heavily in additional teaching and welfare support into our classrooms to address the individual needs of our students. Our school is exceptionally well-resourced. Every classroom has a Qld. Registered Teacher, a Teacher Aide, and direct access to professional welfare support from our team of Psychologists, Nurses, Youth Workers, and Student Engagement Officers. Due to continued growth, and with the absolute aim of delivering individual support to our students, we require a Secondary Special Education Teacher (Full time/Permanent) to deliver Arcadia's strategic vision through engaging curriculum, targeted wellbeing outcomes, and learning success through rigour and depth in teaching programs and practices throughout the year levels. Arcadia College has a strong and robust student behaviour policy and overall there is a huge amount of respect between students and staff. Arcadia College is a great place to work; staff are united in the aim of achieving the best outcomes for our students. It is a positive, fun, and happy environment with highly engaged management. All employees have a voice and are listened to, and there is ongoing access to Professional Development. The salary for the position is as per Qld. Department of Education band/scales. Staff has access to full canteen and cafe facilities, Employee Assistance program, SPA benefits, and Fitness Passport. Key Responsibilities / Selection Criteria Proven ability of working with the Australian Curriculum--Secondary Education. Experience working with students on the Autism Spectrum or those who have other intellectual and learning disabilities and mental health concerns. Proven ability in developing engaging unit and lesson plans and making adjustments for students with disabilities and special needs. Pastoral care and support of students to develop social and personal skills for independent and successful community living. Monitor, assess, and report on students' academic progress. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working with disengaged students, students with a disability, or at risk. Qualifications & Experience Current full registration with Qld College of Teachers (QCT). Qualifications in Secondary School Teaching and Special Education. Experience working with disengaged, at-risk students, and a demonstrated ability to successfully engage these students in learning. Recent graduates with Special Education qualifications are encouraged to apply. Applicants should forward their CV with details of three referees and a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr