About the Role

Are you seeking a broad and varied consultative Teacher role with outstanding development opportunities? If so, this may be the role for you!

In this role you will be able to utilise your special education or autism-related teaching experience and join an experienced team of allied health professionals and registered teachers primarily providing a combination of consultation and direct intervention services throughout Queensland to schools, families and other professionals as they support individuals with a diagnosis of ASD.

As Autism Queensland has moved into the landscape of the NDIS, this role may also provide intervention within AQ's centre-based early intervention group programs, as required.

This position is offered on permanent full-time basis, or part-time basis for the right candidate. 

The position is based at Sunnybank Hills or Brighton but some flexibility will be required to travel occasionally between the two sites. 

Due to current travel and social distancing restrictions, school visits are being provided online and remote working may be possible. Once restrictions are lifted, frequent intra-state travel will be a large component of this role, with travel of up to 5 days per trip approximately 3 to 4 times per quarter if working full-time hours.

To access the position description, please visit the Work With Us page on our website: autismqld.com.au/page/positions-available.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Teaching (Early Childhood or Special Education qualification desirable)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Teacher, preferably in Early Childhood or Special Education 
• Demonstrated understanding of and proven experience in implementing contemporary methodologies in education and positive behaviour support for children with ASD or other developmental challenges, and their families
• Proven knowledge of child and adolescent development and learning
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in the design and implementation of direct (individual and/or group) and consultation-based intervention which is responsive to the individual needs of children/young people, their families, and other relevant stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with families and professionals in addressing the additional needs of children and young people with ASD or other disabilities
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an inter-disciplinary and/or trans-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents, professionals and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing

Special Conditions

• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers
• Current open driver’s license
• Frequent intrastate travel (up to 5 days per trip, 3 to 4 trips per term) and some out of normal hours work
• May be required to use own vehicle for work purposes when an AQ pool vehicle is not available
• It is the responsibility of the employee to hold a current, recognised Provide First Aid qualification
• It is the responsibility of the employee to hold and maintain at their own expense, a current Criminal History Screening Card/s or relevant Exemption Card
• Certificate of Completion in NDIS Worker Orientation Module “Quality Safety and You”

Culture & Benefits

Autism Queensland is an inspiring, caring and fun place to work with supportive, passionate and friendly colleagues and leaders who value your contribution and share your commitment to achieving work-life balance. Your work will be both challenging and rewarding and you will find scope and support for personal as well as professional development. You'll also enjoy the financial benefits of our generous salary sacrificing program!

Telephone enquiries to Human Resources on (07) 3273 0027.

Please note applications received via recruitment agencies will not be progressed at this time.