Add expected salary to your profile for insights Carbrook Centre is seeking expressions of interest for a full or part-time teacher for Term 4, 2024 or Term 1, 2025. This position would be suitable for a secondary or primary trained teacher with experience in trauma informed approaches and inclusive education. The ContextCarbrook Centre is a Christian independent, co-educational special assistance school catering to students from Year 7 to Year 12 who have disengaged from mainstream schooling. The school's Governing Body is Transformed Futures. Currently, 36 students are enrolled, all requiring substantial or extensive support. Carbrook Centre offers an individualised, relational, and holistic approach to education, specifically designed for students with disabilities, as well as social and emotional challenges often due to childhood developmental trauma. The school is committed to meeting the needs of its students through the Neurosequential Model of Education (NME), which is integrated with animal-assisted learning, trauma-informed practices, and restorative approaches.Our VisionTransform futures for all young people in our school community.Our MissionTo cultivate a school community of belonging where young people with complex needs can learn and grow socially, emotionally, cognitively and spiritually.Our Core ValuesCarbrook Centre is grounded in three core Christian values: love, justice, and hope. These values guide our mission and all aspects of our operations. We are seeking applicants who not only demonstrate these Christian values in their daily lives, but are also committed to exemplifying them as Teacher at Carbrook Centre. More details about these foundational values can be found on our website.The RoleThe role of Teacher at Carbrook Centre is to supports students in areas of academic learning and wellbeing. The Teacher requires a high-level of knowledge and skills in supporting with complex needs including students impacted by complex trauma and specific disabilities. Reporting to the Head of Campus, the Teacher will collaborate with their team to plan, teach, assess and report using following the school education program. The Teacher is required to be a reflective practitioner who is motivated to implement best practice and strive for continual improvement.Personal qualities, social and interpersonal skillsCommitted to continuous improvement, actively seeking to enhance their professional standards in teaching through reflection, professional development, mentorship and action.Confident in working with students impacted by complex trauma who may exhibit challenging behaviours, and capable of responding with care and expertise.Reflective and adaptable, able to adjust strategies as needed to support students' individual needs.Demonstrate a willingness to learn and a strong commitment to the school's focus areas: (i) trauma-informed practices, (ii) animal-assisted learning, (iii) restorative practices, (iv) student wellbeing, (v) literacy and numeracy development, and (vi) transition skills and opportunities for students.Exhibit Christian values of love, justice, and hope through interactions with others, consistently going above and beyond to support the team and meet the needs of students.Highly adaptable and solution-focused, able to think clearly and quickly when facing challenges, while being both analytical and creative in offering proactive solutions.Team-focused and collaborative, able to work effectively within a small team environment, displaying flexibility, a positive attitude, and an easygoing nature. The ideal candidate will build strong, trusting relationships and celebrate the successes of the team.Flexible and calm in nature, with the ability to co-regulate students in the school environment and use strategies to support students with their regulation needs.Qualifications & experienceRegistered Teacher with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).Bachelor of Education (Primary, Secondary or Special Education)Aptitude for work with students at risk or with complex needs.It is desirable for the candidate to have one or more of the following:Sound knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (P-10) and experience in developing curriculum for students with diverse learning needs.Experience or further training in working with students with disabilities, including those impacted by complex developmental trauma.Experience in developing senior curriculum and supporting students in attaining the QCE or QCIA.Willingness to teach at least one of the following: HASS, English (Australian Curriculum Years 4-7), Essential Mathematics, Essential English.Experience in planning for literacy and numeracy intervention.Interest in animals, the outdoors, and animal-assisted learning approaches.We are seeking the right candidate and are open to a full- time, part-time or flexible position.Be part of a great team of professional staff who are dedicated to the school's vision, mission, and values.Enjoy a well-resourced environment with strong staff-to-student ratios, allowing for tailored support to meet each student's needs.The opportunity to work in a school that creatively responds to the diverse needs of students through innovative approaches.A unique rural setting on 6 acres, complete with horses, dogs, chickens, and a pig, providing a peaceful and enriching environment for both staff and students..Safeguarding ChildrenCarbrook Centre is committed to providing a safe and supportive place of belonging for our young people. All candidates are required to undergo Blue Card screening (or hold current Teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers), a police check, referee checks, and identification verification.How to ApplyPlease address your expression of interest as a cover letter, along with your resume, to Anna Borneman, Executive Director of Carbrook Centre. Upon receipt of your Expression of Interest, we may send the Teacher Position Description to further progress your application.
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