At Ivanhoe we focus on collaboration, innovation and the ability to foster creativity, independent thinking and deep learning through a variety of pedagogical approaches. Our goal is to provide students with the tools and opportunities to develop their academic capacity and to grow as young people of character.

Ivanhoe Grammar School seeks to employ people of character and we are committed to providing our staff with genuine opportunities for career growth and progression in their field of work.

About the Role
We are seeking a full time (1.0 FTE), ongoing Individual Needs Teacher to join our Plenty Campus community in Term 2, 2025 (start date flexible). This ongoing role is uniquely structured as a combination of two 0.5 FTE responsibilities:

• 0.5 FTE – Individual Needs Teacher
  In this capacity, you will support students with diverse learning needs by adapting teaching approaches to their individual strengths and challenges. Working closely with classroom teachers, families, and support staff, you will help foster student confidence, engagement, and a positive learning experience.
• 0.5 FTE – Academic Intervention Specialist
  This newly established part of the role focuses on delivering targeted, short-term literacy and numeracy support to students who require additional assistance but do not meet the criteria for NCCD funding. Your work will complement classroom teaching and enhance learning outcomes for a broader group of students.

Both aspects of this role sit within the Individual Needs team and contribute to our commitment to inclusive and equitable education for all students.

Your Everyday
Working closely with the Individual Needs Coordinator and Classroom Teachers, the successful candidate will:

• Provide literacy and numeracy support across our Foundation to Year 8 for our Plenty Primary and Middle Years cohort
• Work collaboratively with all staff within the learning support team
• Liaise with classroom teachers regarding curriculum differentiation and strategies to assist special needs students
• Provide a resource for classroom teachers regarding suitable strategies and materials to support individual students
• Assist in the identification, development and facilitation of all support programs to meet the learning needs of students as required
• Work in conjunction with our School Psychologists, interpret diagnostic testing and disseminate appropriate strategies to teaching staff.

About You

• Suitably qualified and experienced in teaching Individual needs would be advantages
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with students and colleagues
• Passionate about student learning and professional growth
• Up to date knowledge of contemporary teaching application and theory
• Personal resilience in managing multiple demands and timelines.

A Career with Us

• Join a respected independent school that values innovation, safety, and creativity
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with access to ongoing professional development
• Contribute to a school culture that prioritises student wellbeing and excellence in education
• Great benefits – access to our subsided award-winning café and confidential, independent support via our EAP, generous above Award salary, parental leave, plus more
• Excellent facilities – secure onsite parking, dedicated music facilities, access the Ridgeway’s Sports and Aquatic Centre.

Want to find out more?

Your move.

Further information can be found by visiting the Ivanhoe Grammar School Careers page and viewing the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via employment@ivanhoe.com.au.

Applications will close Friday 11 April 2025 at 5pm. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.

Ivanhoe Grammar School values student safety, including child safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School’s policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy.

All successful academic applications will be requested to complete a Summary Document of Relevant Work Experience, evidenced through the submission of Statements of Service.