Job Description

Job no:

492658

Work type:

Permanent (Full-time)

Location:

Margaret Drive

Categories:

Teaching (Special Education)

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Planning and Delivery of Visual Art Training

Pre-Admission Assessments

: Assess students' strengths, interests, and potential barriers to participation in visual art training services under Artability

Build Rapport with

Students

: Establish trusting relationships with students to understand their unique aspirations and life experiences, recognising how these factors influence their artistic development

Person-Centric Training Plans

: Develop individualised training plans that address each student's specific support and learning needs, focusing on nurturing their talents and fostering a distinctive artistic style

Teaching Materials Conceptualisation

: Design, evaluate, and update teaching and learning resources to ensure Artability sessions effectively impart essential knowledge and skills for meaningful engagement in visual art, particularly for students transitioning to post-18 education

Stakeholders Collaboration

: Work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including the IEP team and caregivers, adopting a multidisciplinary approach to support students' growth and enhance learning outcomes

Training Progress Documentation:

Maintain systematic and timely documentation of students' training progress and outcomes, ensuring that individual needs and developmental strategies are carefully tracked and addressed

Student Engagement and Support

Nurturing Learning Environment:

Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment that promotes creativity and self-expression among students

Student Support:

Provide individualised support and guidance to students, addressing their unique needs and abilities

Visual Arts and Development Plans Integration:

Collaborate with school staff and caregivers to integrate visual art into students' overall development plans

Project Management

Event Management:

Organise and manage art-related projects, including exhibitions, workshops, and community events, to provide students with real-world exposure

Logistics Coordination:

Coordinate logistics for art shows, including venue selection, setup, and promotion of student artworks

Outcomes Evaluation:

Evaluate project outcomes and gather feedback to improve future initiatives

Job Holder Requirements

Degree holder or a good Diploma in Education, Special Education, Design and/or Art (Candidates without formal training in art but with portfolios of visual art are also welcomed.) * Prior experience working with persons with special needs a plus but not mandatory