Ideal Candidates:

Reflective, adaptable, and collaborative educators with a strong understanding of inclusive education and diverse learning needs. Candidates should be proactive, organised, and solutions-focused, with the ability to respond thoughtfully to changing learner needs while maintaining high expectations and promoting independence.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Needs Education
• Valid teacher certification
• Valid TSC Number (mandatory)
• Minimum two years’ teaching experience
• In-depth understanding of child development and diverse learning needs
• Strong ability to differentiate instruction, materials, and assessments
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing learner needs
• Reflective approach and commitment to continuous professional growth
• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset
• International or multicultural experience preferred
• Strong alignment with Woodland Star’s mission and values
• Current police clearance/background check
• Certified copies of academic and professional documents
• At least two professional references

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalised 1:1 academic and social-emotional support based on individual learner needs
• Differentiate instruction, learning materials, and assessments to ensure meaningful access to the curriculum
• Support learners in developing independence, confidence, self-regulation, and effective learning strategies
• Deliver high-quality, inquiry-based learning support aligned with Common Core Standards
• Create a supportive, inclusive, and appropriately challenging learning environment
• Monitor, document, and communicate learner progress and support needs
• Use assessment information to inform teaching and adapt support strategies
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and the Inclusion and Student Support team
• Communicate effectively with learners, families, colleagues, and other members of the school community
• Contribute to curriculum planning, student support, and professional learning
• Support learners in participating meaningfully in classroom activities and the wider school community
• Participate in school events, projects, and community initiatives
• Uphold Woodland Star’s mission, values, safeguarding expectations, and Behaviour Code