<p>At <strong>Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta (CEDP)</strong> we are committed to responding to the needs of our students in a world that is changing rapidly. With 5 thousand passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 40 thousand plus students. We are always on the lookout for top talent to help us achieve our strategic goal of <em>inspiring the future</em> through quality catholic schooling and by strengthening the professional lives of our employees.</p> <p>An exciting opportunity has become available to join our growing school community. The Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta is seeking a Specialist Teacher to be accountable for supporting our Strategic Intent of improving learning outcomes for all students and promoting a professional and rewarding working life for teachers.</p> <p>This position is located on the grounds of St Patrick's Marist College Dundas.</p> <p><strong><em>About the Role</em></strong></p> <p>Reporting to the Head Student Services as a Specialist Teacher you will:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Create inclusive practice in school culture in relation to the effective implementation of personalised learning and adjustments for students with additional needs and disability.</li> <li>Understand and implement the Personalised Planning process.</li> <li>Provide specialised teaching support services to schools aimed at building teacher capacity using a gradual release model.</li> <li>Providing expert advice to leadership teams, teachers and the wider system on matters related to specific disabilities and/or additional needs in accordance with CEDP guidelines.</li> <li>Working collaboratively to ensure inclusion, access and participation and to maximise learning outcomes for students with additional needs.</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>What you will bring:</em></strong></p> <p>To be successful you will demonstrate alignment to our purpose and values, together with:</p> <ul> <li>Tertiary qualifications.</li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li>Appropriate demonstrated experience as a Specialist Teacher.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>An understanding of Catholic Education System.</li> </ul> <p>We believe that our employee community is a key strength of our organisation and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being leaders in quality, faith-based education and an Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We champion quality education and lead the way in innovation and student centric digital transformation.</p> <p><strong><em>Interested?</em></strong></p> <p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CEDP’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children.</p> <p>CEDP promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</p> <p><strong><em>Apply today!</em></strong></p> <p>If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.&nbsp; To find out more about CEDP go to <a href="https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/"><strong>https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/</strong></a> or follow us on LinkedIn.&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications close 14 February 2021.</p> <p>A Working with Children Check is mandatory for all roles within CEDP. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian <a href="https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check">here</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Position Description</p> <p dir="ltr"><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtWT4iAiSXy4egbXP42MYfGvjM33zrufUhUG7mgNWOlI1eAJ1DuB3xBIUGMMkmevoGE7yzo35ZH9wqNrMyiKaEcn6i1PgiL1FJf6zZ_4TP-2qHmWvVspYPeqnl833fufCDpiIsOITtzYTiE3AqL7YC7g%7e%7e">Schedule A - Position Description - Specialist Teacher (6) (6).pdf</a></p>