Classroom Teacher - Special Education (2027)

Classroom Teacher - Special Education (2027)

Salary Range: $79,589 - $118,063 Location: City of Casey

Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time, Ongoing, Fixed Term

Looking for a purposeful 2027 move? Join a specialist setting where calm consistency, strong routines and relationship-based teaching support students to make real progress, every day.

About the School

Tradewind is partnering with a number of Victorian government specialist schools settings across Melbourne's south‑east. These schools support students across Foundation to Year 12 who require significant adjustments, with a strong focus on wellbeing, engagement, and building independence.

Across these settings, you'll typically find

structured learning environments with predictable routines

collaborative team models (teachers working closely with education support staff and allied services)

practical, hands-on curriculum opportunities alongside a clear emphasis on literacy and numeracy growth

About the Role

We're recruiting 2027 Classroom Teachers. Depending on your experience, strengths and campus needs, you may:

take ownership of a class group and deliver adjusted curriculum programs aligned to individual learning goals

work closely with education support staff and allied services

contribute to whole-school improvement priorities (particularly literacy/numeracy growth)

Support broader team capacity through modelling practice, coaching/mentoring and using data to lift outcomes

Benefits

• Modern, specialist learning spaces and strong resourcing
• Highly structured setting with clear routines and consistent practice
• Supportive, collaborative culture with shared responsibility for student growth
• Strong professional learning focus and development pathways (especially for teachers moving into specialist education)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated learning programs aligned to individual student goals
• Implement high-impact teaching strategies and evaluate impact over time
• Monitor progress using observation, assessment and data to inform next steps
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues
• Contribute to curriculum planning, meetings and broader school activities (as required)

You will have

VIT registration (or eligibility for registration) for 2027

Confidence (or strong willingness to learn) supporting students with diverse disability-related learning needs

Strong communication skills and a calm, consistent classroom presence

A reflective practice mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning

About Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning education recruitment agency, recognised nationally for exceptional candidate experience. We are the preferred supplier for many schools across Melbourne and Sydney. We specialise in supporting teachers throughout every stage of their career.

We focus on long-term relationships and high-quality career outcomes.

Personalised support throughout the recruitment process

Access to relevant, detailed insights about school culture and expectations

Free resume, KSC and interview preparation assistance

Professional development from experienced Principal Mentor

Strong industry reputation and extensive school partnerships

About Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning education recruitment agency, recognised nationally for exceptional candidate experience. We are the preferred supplier for many schools across Melbourne and Sydney. We specialise in supporting teachers throughout every stage of their career.

We focus on long-term relationships and high-quality career outcomes.

Personalised support throughout the recruitment process

Access to relevant, detailed insights about school culture and expectations

Free resume, KSC and interview preparation assistance

Professional development from experienced Principal Mentor

Strong industry reputation and extensive school partnerships

Tradewind Australia is dedicated to helping teachers secure rewarding, meaningful roles in education.

How to Apply

Click "Apply" to submit your application.

For more information about this position, contact Meg McLaughlin from the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110 0091 9110 0091) or [email protected]

Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and to be an equal opportunities employer

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.