Reports to: Principal

Contact: *****@lyrebirdcollege.vic.edu.au

www.lyrebirdcollege.vic.edu.au

Start or strengthen your teaching career in our close-knit school community, with meaningful work, professional independence, abundant learning and development opportunities, and the support of a fun, welcoming and dedicated team.

*This role is a fixed term contract beginning Term 1 2027 until the end of Term 4 2027 due to maternity leave. As a college that is growing the option of longer-term employment is highly possible beyond the initial contracted dates.

Introduction

Lyrebird College is an independent school in Coldstream in the Yarra Ranges, that pursues excellence in the education of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from foundation to year 10.

Lyrebird College teachers will work collaboratively with education support staff and therapists utilising the principles and strategies of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to deliver learning programs within the Victorian Curriculum framework. The College vision and values, together with our teaching ethos are outlined on our web page.

Position Requirements

Personal attributes and skills

·      Passion for educating early primary students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

·      The ability to think creatively, anticipate and solve problems.

·      Self-motivation, good organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

·      Passion for lifelong learning.

·      Personality and skills to represent the College to diverse audiences.

·      Determination and courage to tackle difficult issues and conflicts and see them through to a positive conclusion.

·      Committed to keep up to date with current research and willingness to undertake further professional development.

·      Willingness to apply the principles and strategies of ABA in the teaching and learning program.

Qualifications and training

·      Teaching Degree

·      Current or provisional registration as a teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

·      First aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Employment requirements

·      The right to work in Australia.

Role Description

• The Classroom Teacher will share a grade at Lyrebird College and will have the opportunity to work with a team of educators and allied health specialists to create an engaging, individualised and age appropriate program for the students. The teacher will actively ensure the provision of quality teaching for students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder including the pla