Special Education Teacher

Gippsland, Victoria | January 2027 | Full-time

Make a difference. Inspire independence. Build your future in regional Australia.

Specialist School | Individualised Learning | Collaborative Team | Visa Sponsorship Available

Are you a passionate Special Education Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity where you can genuinely change lives?

Prospero Group is partnering with a supportive Victorian Government specialist school in the Latrobe Valley to recruit a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join its team in January 2027.

This is an opportunity to do more than teach. You’ll help students build confidence, develop essential life skills, achieve personal milestones and prepare for greater independence, all within a collaborative school environment that values individual progress and student wellbeing.

Located in beautiful Gippsland, this role also offers the chance to enjoy a more relaxed regional lifestyle, become part of a welcoming community and explore the best of regional Victoria.

Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate, and internationally trained teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Visa sponsorship available for a suitable international candidate.
• Meaningful work supporting students to achieve their individual goals.
• Individualised learning focused on each student's strengths, needs and potential.
• Collaborative support working alongside Education Support staff and allied-health professionals.
• Professional development in a specialist education environment.
• Regional lifestyle with access to nature, outdoor recreation and welcoming local communities.
• A fresh start in Australia for eligible overseas-trained teachers looking to establish their careers in Victoria.

About the School

The school is a Victorian Government specialist school catering for students aged 5–18 with mild intellectual disability.

Its approach centres on providing personalised, supportive and engaging learning experiences that help students develop the skills they need for school, everyday life and future pathways.

Learning is designed to support students across a range of areas, including:

• Literacy, numeracy and functional learning
• Communication and social development
• Personal independence and life skills
• Student wellbeing and positive behaviour support
• Community participation and real-world learning
• Transition planning, further pathways and employment preparation

You’ll join a team committed to recognising every student's potential and creating an environment where students feel supported, included and encouraged to succeed.

About the Role

As a Special Education Teacher, you’ll play an important role in designing meaningful learning experiences that respond to the individual needs and abilities of your students.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing individualised learning programs.
• Planning and delivering differentiated, engaging lessons.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy, communication and functional learning.
• Building students’ social skills, confidence and independence.
• Creating a safe, structured and positive classroom environment.
• Implementing appropriate positive behaviour support strategies.
• Collaborating with Education Support staff and allied-health professionals.
• Building strong, respectful relationships with students and their families.
• Facilitating community-based learning and practical life experiences.
• Contributing to student progress monitoring, transition planning and future pathways.

This is a role where small steps can lead to significant achievements, and where your ability to build relationships, adapt your teaching and celebrate individual progress will make a lasting difference.

About You

You’re a dedicated and compassionate teacher who believes every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and reach their potential.

You’ll ideally bring:

• A recognised teaching qualification and current VIT registration, or eligibility to obtain it.
• A genuine passion for Special Education and supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Experience developing differentiated or individualised learning programs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, flexible and positive approach to teaching.
• Confidence creating structured, engaging and supportive learning environments.
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to work closely with a multidisciplinary team.
• An interest in developing students’ independence, communication and practical life skills.

Experience in a specialist school is highly regarded, but not essential.

Teachers from mainstream education who are motivated to support students with additional learning needs are encouraged to apply.

International Teachers: Your Opportunity to Build a Career in Australia

Are you currently teaching overseas and considering a move to Australia?

This could be an opportunity to combine a fulfilling teaching career with a new lifestyle in regional Victoria.

Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate, making this a potential pathway for an eligible international teacher seeking to relocate to Australia.

You'll have the opportunity to join an established school community, develop your specialist teaching experience and enjoy life in Gippsland, away from the pace of a major metropolitan centre.

Applicants will need to meet the relevant Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration requirements. Sponsorship and relocation arrangements will be discussed with suitable candidates.

If you're ready for a new professional challenge and an opportunity to make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Discover Life in Gippsland

The Latrobe Valley offers a regional lifestyle with established communities, everyday amenities and access to the natural beauty of Gippsland.

Based in the Moe area, you'll be well placed to explore nearby Morwell and Traralgon, as well as the wider region's forests, lakes, walking trails and outdoor attractions.

What makes the location appealing?

• A relaxed regional lifestyle and strong community connections.
• Access to parks, forests, lakes and outdoor recreation.
• Regional services, shops and local amenities.
• Opportunities to experience Australian regional life.
• A base for exploring Gippsland and regional Victoria.
• Melbourne approximately 130 km away, offering access to the capital when you want a city escape.

For teachers relocating from overseas or seeking a change of pace, Gippsland offers the opportunity to build a career while enjoying a different side of Australian life.

Position Details

Position: Special Education Teacher
Location: Latrobe Valley, Victoria
Region: Gippsland
School: Victorian Government specialist school
Student age range: 5–18 years
Student cohort: Students with mild intellectual disability
Employment type: Full-time
Proposed commencement: January 2027
Visa sponsorship: Available for the right candidate
Registration: Current VIT registration or eligibility required

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a passionate teacher looking for a rewarding Special Education opportunity, we’d love to speak with you.

Whether you're already based in Australia or considering relocating from overseas, this is an opportunity to join a supportive school community, develop your teaching expertise and help students build the skills and confidence they need for the future.

International applicants are welcome, and visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

Contact Laura at Prospero Group for a confidential conversation about the role, sponsorship eligibility, VIT registration and relocation to Gippsland.

Laura | Prospero Group
Email: Laura@prosperogrp.com
Phone: 0403 303 259

Take the next step towards a rewarding teaching career in regional Victoria.