Teacher'sAide

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven. At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum. * Full-time (5 days) ongoing position at Aspect Vern Barnett School, Forestville, NSW. * Are you looking for a rewarding change, an opportunity to focus and support students in small class sizes? * Are you dedicated to making a profound difference in the lives of students and their families? * At Aspect, work with students and families to identify student learning goals, building their capacity to succeed and excel. * Support students with learning, social skills, personal hygiene and behaviour supports. You will help create a learning environment that tailors to the individual needs of students through evidence informed best practice in autism. A challenging, rewarding and varied role making a difference in the lives of children on the autism spectrum and their families. Develop your knowledge of autism and specialist education approaches. You will work closely in a team with other professionals such as our school psychologist, speech therapists and occupational therapists to develop and deliver quality learning programs. ## Qualifications What you bring: * Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or other intellectual disability (desirable) * Experience implementing Individual Plans * Knowledge of transitioning students into mainstream settings * Certificate III in Education Support or other relevant tertiary qualification (desirable) * Effective communication skills * First Aid Certificate (desir