Selection Criteria

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of best practices in inclusive education, differentiation, and intervention strategies for students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualised learning plans (ILPs) that cater to the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
• Display a deep knowledge of evidence-based teaching strategies and approaches to support students with disabilities, including explicit teaching, multisensory learning, and structured interventions.
• Show the ability to use assessment data to monitor student progress, adjust instruction accordingly, and effectively communicate growth to key stakeholders.
• Exhibit excellent collaboration skills, working closely with Education Assistants, classroom teachers, parents, and external specialists to support student learning and development.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills that foster a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students with diverse needs.
• Experience in accessing and collaborating with external consultants, therapists, and support agencies to provide holistic care and intervention.
• Commit to professional learning and staying up to date with research in special education and inclusive practices.
• Display a willingness to contribute to the broader school community and support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Curriculum Vitae – including:
• Educational qualifications.
• Accreditation details.
• Teaching experience and positions held.
• Membership to professional associations (if applicable).
• Recent professional development.
• Extra-curricular involvement and initiatives.
• Three referees, one of whom must be the current employer.

Attachments:
• Academic transcript.
• Accreditation documentation.
• TRBWA membership.
• Working with Children Card.

Applications should be forwarded to the Principal at the following email address: [email protected]

Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people of all ages, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in Australia and prepared to support the Catholic ethos in their role.

Application Details

All applicants must submit the following:

Covering Letter – Outlining your motivation for applying and how you would contribute to Our Lady or Mercy as an SWD Teacher.

Selection Criteria Addressed – responding to the criteria outlined above.