Preparatory School STRETCH Teacher

Permanent Part-time (0.4 FTE)   

Working closely with the Deputies, Preparatory School STRETCH Coordinator and the Prep School teaching team, you will analyse and provide explicit teaching of reading, writing and mathematics, catering for students from Reception to Year 6 with a range of abilities and learning styles to the highest standard. Commencing Term 1, 2019.    

Key Responsibilities include to:  

• To plan, implement and effectively teach additional learning support programs as directed 
• To work collaboratively with class teachers to implement special needs programs 
• To support classroom teachers by allocating appropriate resources for students with individual learning needs 
• To support classroom teachers with identification, programming and evaluation of students with individual learning needs 
• To communicate regularly with class teachers and parents regarding the progress of students in your cares To effectively teach the prescribed curriculum using appropriate teaching and learning strategies 
• To prepare reports on students at both formal and informal levels, using verbal and written communications 
• To assist Teachers to closely monitor and respond to individual learning need of their students 
• Be an advocate for students with individual learning needs and their families 
• To be actively involved in planning, writing, implementing and reviewing individual learning plans   

Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, prioritising individualised learning 
• Demonstrated passion for, and experience in, teaching in the area of Special Education ​ 
• Experience in analysing and teaching reading strategies and behaviours 
• Experience in explicit teaching of reading, writing and mathematics, Reception to Year 6 
• Proven record of catering for students with a range of abilities and learning styles within the classroom and to monitor, and respond to, student progress 
• Innovative and exemplary classroom practitioner High level of ICT skills, knowledge and effective incorporation into classroom practice 
• The capability to work co-operatively with students, staff and parents to produce the best learning outcomes for students 
• Regular and up to date professional knowledge and learning 
• Involvement at relevant professional organisations 
• The capacity to implement and analyse running records 
• High level knowledge of phonological skills ​  

Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities:  

• Enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator 
• A high level of organisational ability: is flexible and can prioritise and manage multiple demands in a fast paced environment 
• High level of communication skills 
• Highly developed interpersonal skills which enable positive relationships to be built with managers, peers, staff, parents and students 
• Able to successfully work independently, and collaboratively, as part of a team 
• A commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement ​ 

A position description is available on our website under the Employment tab.  

For further information about this role please contact Grant Bock at GBock@westminster.sa.edu.au  

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter addressed to Mr Grant Bock, Head of Preparatory School by Friday 28 September via this link.   

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