Move to Australia as a Special Needs Teacher

MIGRATION CONSULTANT SPECIALNEEDS TEACHER

MIGRATE TO AUSTRALIA AS A SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHER

Special Needs Teachers teach academic and living skills to primary, middle, or intermediate, and secondary school students with particular learning difficulties using various techniques, and promotes students’ social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

How to Migrate to Australia as a Special Needs Teacher

Be aged under 45

Score 65 Australian Immigration Points

Have a Positive Skills Assessment from Vetasses

Lodge an Expression of Interest

Receive an Invitation to Apply Pay the Visa Fees Pass Health and Character Checks

Specialisations

Behaviour Support Teacher

Remedial Teacher

Teacher of Gifted Students

Skills Assessment Requirement

Unless you are exempt in very limited circumstances, you are required to have a positive Skills Assessment to apply for the visas listed above

Skills Assessment authority for Special Needs Teacher is Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL). To have a positive skills assessment, you must meet the following criteria:

Applications are assessed against two criteria: Qualifications AND English Language Proficiency The applicant must meet both requirements to obtain a positive skills assessment

Qualifications

Successful completion of a minimum of four years full time or part time equivalent higher education level of study It can also include other qualifications

This must include a relevant initial teacher education qualification that is an Australian Bachelor Degree – AQF level 7 or higher

1-year full time university level study of Secondary School Teacher; and

Completion of at least 45 days of supervised teaching practice with students from 13 to 18 years of age in a secondary school setting

Other higher education qualifications must be comparable to AQF level 6 or higher

Special Education Study Requirement

Study must include one-year full time or part time equivalent of special needs resulting in a qualification comparable to Australia Bachelor Degree or higher If the study is the component of the initial teacher education qualification

The supervised teaching practice must be completed in a special needs setting

English Language Proficiency

Completion of four years of study comparable to an Australian Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) in higher education in either of the following countries:

Australia

Canada

Republic of Ireland

New Zealand

United Kingdom

United States of America

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Completion of an English language test – IETLS

Score of at least 70 in reading and writing

Score of at least 80 in speaking and listening

GROUP 2415 SPECIAL EDUCATION

TDescription

Teach primary, middle or intermediate, and secondary school students with learning difficulties, hearing impairment and sight impairment, and promote students’ social, emotional, intellectual and physical development

Tasks

Assessing students’ abilities and limitations with regard to intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities, exceptional intellectual gifts, or specific problems of language and culture

Planning, organising and implementing special programs to provide remedial or advanced tuition

Administering various forms of assessment and interpreting the results

Teaching basic academic subjects, and practical and self-help skills to hearing and sight impaired students

Devising instructional materials, methods and aids to assist in training and rehabilitation

Advising, instructing and counselling parents and teachers on the availability and use of special techniques

Stimulating and developing interests, abilities, manual skills and coordination

Conferring with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons for special needs students

Preparing and maintaining student data and other records and submitting reports

SKILL LEVEL

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1)

Registration or licensing is required

Occupations in this Group

241511 Special Needs Teacher

241512 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired

241513 Teacher of the Sight Impaired

241599 Special Education Teachers nec

Frequently Asked Questions

COMMON MIGRATION QUESTIONS

What are the eligibility requirements for immigrating to Australia as a Special Needs Teacher?

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Eligibility requirements include being aged under 45, scoring 65 points on the Australian Immigration Points Score, having the required skills, qualifications, and meeting health and character checks

Which skilled migration visas are suitable for Special Needs Teachers in Australia?

The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) is a popular choice for Special Needs Teachers who want to immigrate to Australia independently without the need for sponsorship by an Australian employer

The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) is another attractive option for Special Needs Teachers seeking to immigrate to Australia Unlike the subclass 189 visa the subclass 190 requires Special Needs Teachers to be nominated by an Australian state or territory government

How do I get my Special Needs Teacher skills assessed for Australian immigration purposes?

The Australian assessing authority for Special Needs Teachers is Vetassess They are responsible for evaluating your qualifications, experience and skills to ensure they meet Australian standards For Special Needs Teachers, the assessment includes a review of your practical experience and any relevant certifications you hold

Can I apply for permanent residency as a Special Needs Teacher in Australia?

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Yes, the 189 and 190 visa subclass grants Permanent Residency to holders right from the start The PR rights and privileges awarded to you also apply to your spouse / partner and any dependents

What are the processing times for skilled migration visas for Special Needs Teachers?

Expect the whole process to take between 7 and 16 months from absolute start of the visa process to the absolute end

Can I include my family members in my immigration application as a Special Needs Teacher?

Yes! Your immediate family members are included

Frequently Asked Questions Continued

COMMON MIGRATION QUESTIONS

What are the best places to look for work as a Special Needs Teacher in Australia?

The best places to search for Special Needs Teacher jobs in Australia include major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth These cities have a great construction and lots of opportunities Suburban and rural areas are also excellent options for Special Needs Teachers migrating to Australia because they have a lower cost of living and a better work life balance Smaller communities may have a demand for skilled Special Needs Teachers in residential construction and artisan woodworking

Are there any specific websites or job boards focused on Special Needs Teacher jobs in Australia?

Yes, you can use job search websites like Seek (www seek com au) and Indeed (www indeed com au) These platforms list Special Needs Teacher positions across Australia Additionally, as a Migration Consultant LLC client you have access to our dedicated Special Needs Teacher recruitment service for new migrants to Australia