Gp Academic Support Specialist

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

The requirements for this position are:

- Suitable teaching qualification in the Foundation Phase with at least four years experience in Academic Support/Inclusive Education
- Suitable qualifications in Learning Support/Inclusive Education as a post-graduate qualification will be advantageous
- A fundamentally future-oriented approach to teaching and learning, incorporating future-fit technologies
- Expert knowledge, a commitment to, and experience in an inclusive education environment
- Sound understanding of the strategies and latest research to assist learners with barriers to learning.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers while providing in-class support in mixed ability classes
- Expertise in the development and design of individual support plans as well as individual education plans
- The ability to contribute to the Girls’ Preparatory SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) curriculum - teaching experience in this field would be an advantage
- The ability to differentiate and moderate the curriculum to complement our innovative approach to education
- Needs to contribute with innovation and enthusiasm to the morning and afternoon learning support programme
- A well-developed EQ, mindfulness and emotional agility
- Excellent analytical, communication, intrapersonal and administrative skills
- A willingness to research and share latest trends in latest and best inclusive practice
- Contribute and form part of the Campus Academic Forums
- Promotes and embraces diversity and inclusion
- Proof of registration with SACE and sexual offender’s clearance certificate
- An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
- A willingness to work within the Church-based/Christian ethos of the College.
- Proof of a sexual offender’s clearance certificate