Class Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 12 May 2026
Cedars Christian College - ASPIRE is a special school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Intellectual impairments. Located in Wollongong, the school sits in the heart of the beautiful Illawarra region, within the grounds of Cedars Christian College.
<p>Being part of the larger Cedars community allows Aspire students opportunities to integrate into some Key Learning Areas (KLAs) in Cedars' core classes, aligning with our shared values, mission, and vision. </p>
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<p>The heart of Cedars ASPIRE, is an innovative forward-thinking Learning Plan that responds specifically to the academic, social, and emotional requirements unique to each child. ASPIRE’s intentionally designed curriculum is structured for smaller classroom settings and is stage-based, founded upon a Biblical worldview. It prioritises investment in remedial literacy, numeracy programs, and critical life and independent living skills. </p>
<p>The school has enrolments from Years 3-8, comprised of three small classes. Each class has approximately 5-10 students, a Class Teacher and Learning and Wellbeing Assistant. </p>
<p>We are currently inviting applications for the following position commencing as soon as possible: </p>
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<p><strong>CLASS TEACHER</strong> </p>
<p>A permanent full-time position exists for a suitably qualified and experienced applicant who is able to demonstrate the following: </p>
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<li>Thorough curriculum knowledge and excellent teaching practice. </li>
<li>Knowledge of how to structure lessons to meet the diverse academic and wellbeing needs of students. </li>
<li>Special Education qualifications or willing to undertake this study. </li>
<li>Be able to create and maintain safe, inclusive and challenging learning environments including the development and implementation of learning and behaviour management plans. </li>
<li>Experience with working with students with disability. </li>
<li>Incorporate Christian world views understanding and Biblical truth into their lessons. </li>
<li>Work collaboratively within a staff team. </li>
<li>Contribute positively to the culture of the College community. </li>
<li>Exceptional technology skills. </li>
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<p><strong>Applications close Tuesday 12 May 2026</strong> </p>
<p><strong>How to apply:</strong> </p>
<p>To learn more about Cedars ASPIRE and to apply, please visit our website: https://aspire.nsw.edu.au/work-with-us/, and submit a ‘ASPIRE Teaching Staff Application Form’ along with supporting documentation. </p>
<p>Applicants must be committed Christians, active in their own church and are also required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Number. </p>