PART-TIME FOUNDATION PHASE
ACADEMIC LEARNING SUPPORT TEACHER
Helping young learners discover that “I can’t do this yet” is very different from “I can’t do this.” At St Cyprian’s School, we believe that strong foundations in literacy and numeracy matter enormously, but so do confidence, curiosity, resilience and a young person’s developing relationship with learning.
We are looking for a warm, skilled and experienced Foundation Phase Academic Learning Support Teacher to provide part-time learning support services during the school day.
Working within our inclusive learning environment, you will support students who experience barriers to learning, particularly in literacy and numeracy. This role calls for someone who can look beyond what a child is struggling with to understand how she learns, what may be getting in the way, and what support might help her find her way forward.
This is not simply about remediation. It is about helping young learners develop the skills, strategies and confidence to experience themselves as capable learners.
Duties and Responsibilities
As part of our Learning Support Team, you will:
- Provide individual and/or small-group academic learning support to Foundation Phase students experiencing challenges in literacy and numeracy.
- Assess learning needs and develop appropriate, responsive intervention strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of intervention plans, student progress and recommendations.
- Work closely with the Learning Support Coordinator, class teachers and the broader Learning Support Team.
- Participate in relevant meetings and conversations regarding student progress and support.
- Communicate thoughtfully and constructively with parents about progress, concerns and strategies that can be reinforced at home.
- Help students develop confidence, resilience, self-regulation and effective learning strategies.
- Remain informed about current research and good practice in remedial education, inclusive education, neurodiversity and learning support.
The position is part-time, with hours determined according to student support needs and the Foundation Phase timetable.
Minimum Requirements
- Holds a relevant teaching qualification and is registered with SACE.
- Has experience working with Foundation Phase students requiring academic learning support.
- Preferably holds an additional qualification in Remedial Education, Learning Support and/or Inclusive Education.
- Understands current approaches to supporting neurodiverse learners.
- Has experience within an independent school environment.
- Combines sound professional judgement with empathy, patience and emotional intelligence.
- Can work collaboratively with teachers, specialists and parents without losing sight of the child at the centre of the conversation.
- Is flexible, dependable and highly professional.
- Believes that difficulty with learning should never become a child’s identity.
St Cyprian’s School is on a journey of Transformation and the successful incumbent will be expected to contribute positively to the outcome of this journey.
Qualified, interested candidates are requested to apply via this link by Sunday, 23 August 2026. Failure to meet the minimum requirements will result in disqualification. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further discussions.
St Cyprian’s School is a proud, independent school committed to equity and belonging, embracing and advancing diversity. We have a strong anchor that connects our Anglican tradition, values and heritage and we are a place that welcomes all faiths. It is from this frame that we grow and hone purpose, intellect, character, and agency in our students.
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