Teacher Special Education - Cowra High School
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
23 September 2026
Posted 10 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
63.7
47.3 teaching · 16.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
439
Indigenous students
29%
Language other than English
6%
Girls vs boys
206 girls · 233 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Cowra High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school serving students from Year 7 to Year 12, situated in Cowra, NSW, on Wiradjuri Country. The school's motto — Respect, Responsibility, Resilience — reflects the values that guide its approach to learning and community life. The school's location on Wiradjuri Country is a meaningful part of its identity, reflected in dedicated programs that connect students to Aboriginal culture and language. The Girri Girri Wiradjuri Language program offers students the opportunity to learn the local Wiradjuri language, while the Wagambirra Dance group provides a space for students to engage with and celebrate Aboriginal cultural expression. Cowra High School offers a range of specialist programs catering to diverse student strengths and interests. The Triple O High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) Sports Program supports students who demonstrate exceptional ability in sport, providing structured opportunities for development alongside their academic studies. Across the school, there is a broader focus on high potential and gifted education, Aboriginal programs, and leadership development — areas that shape the school's curriculum priorities and co-curricular offerings. The school's vision centres on quality teaching as the mechanism through which students are prepared to fulfil their potential and pursue excellence. This encompasses a holistic and inclusive approach to education, with an emphasis on fostering resilience and developing curious, confident, and responsible lifelong learners who can contribute to both local and global communities.
Role description
Position Information
About the role:
We are looking for the right person to join our Inclusive Education faculty. The successful applicant will join a dynamic team modelling inclusive practice across the school.
What makes us unique and proud is our school rural location and community composition. We embrace a variety of cultures and celebrate this in all we do. We foster this inclusivity through our ties to our national history, Camden exchange program and participation in community events. In addition, the sharing of culture of our First Australians is embedded in everyday life at Cowra High School. This ensures every student will receive the opportunity and experience they need to achieve ambitious outcomes and reach their potential.
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