Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 26/01/2027
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1459559
Location Profile
MULTI-CAMPUS SCHOOL - VACANCY IS NON SPECIFIC TO A CAMPUS
NSA School Vision
Northern School for Autism strives to be a centre of excellence. Students are supported towards developing their personal and educational potential, so as to be valued contributors to family and community life.
School Overview
Northern School for Autism is a Victorian State Government specialist school that exclusively addresses the educational needs of students with autism ranging in age from 5 to 18 years. The school was established in 2006 and currently operates across two campuses located in Reservoir and Lalor. Reservoir is an Early and Middle Years campus; Lalor is a Later Years campus. The school also coordinates a satellite program at Norris Bank Primary School.
Teaching and Learning
Northern School for Autism implements a teaching approach that builds on individual student’s strengths and skills. The educational programs accommodate the particular impairments associated with autism; teaching and learning programs centre upon developing students’ interpersonal/personal skills, communication skills and executive functioning.
Selection Criteria
* Currently studying Speech Pathology at university (bachelor degree or masters)
* Interest in building knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and its impact on the development of communication
* Professional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate positively with a wide range of people in the educational setting
* Interest in building knowledge in the design and implementation of augmentative and alternative communication systems to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
* Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, taking initiative while seeking and accepting direction or advice from supervising therapy team member
* Demonstrated knowledge or willingness to engage in learning about relevant technology, equipment, resource making tools and Speech Pathology specific professional development topics.
Role
At Northern School for Autism, the Therapy Assistant:
* Works under supervision and in association with the Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy team
* Runs intervention sessions (individual or group) under guidance of Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy team
* Creates and manages resources for Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy teams
* Completes administration tasks as directed by Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy teams
Responsibilities
Discipline specific assistant responsibilities:
* Implement speech pathology intervention programs under the guidance of Speech Pathology professionals
* Administer informal assessments under guidance of allied health professionals
* Update and follow work plan as discussed with therapy team leader
* Communication with allied health professionals regarding student progress, sessions, intervention strategies and feedback
* Create and update resources for Therapy teams
* Assist with the supervision of students, e.g. in playgrounds, at the bus bay, in sporting activities, therapy activities, etc. if required.
Professional Conduct:
* Attend team meetings as necessary
* Participate in your performance reviews
* Work within the policies and procedures of Northern School for Autism
* Adhere to privacy legislation
* Demonstrate strong commitment to ongoing professional development
* Communicate directly to the therapy team leader.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.
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