Are you a passionate, creative, and patient art teacher or art therapist who loves working with individuals with disabilities? Wonder Care Australia invites you to lead our new monthly Creative Connections art program in Toowoomba – designed to build self-expression, skills, and social engagement for NDIS participants.
About the Role
We are seeking a vibrant, empathetic, and reliable art teacher to facilitate fun and therapeutic art sessions for participants of diverse ages and abilities. Sessions run once a month (duration 1–1.5 hours), supported by staff and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and deliver inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable art activities (materials provided)
· Promote self-expression, fine motor development, and community participation
· Encourage a supportive and safe space for all participants
· Collaborate with support workers and ensure NDIS documentation is maintained
· Adapt plans creatively to suit participant needs and group dynamics
We’re Looking for Someone Who Is:
· Young, energetic, and approachable
· Passionate about inclusion, creativity, and wellbeing
· Experienced or interested in working with children or individuals with disabilities
· Patient, comforting, and enthusiastic
· Able to work independently and collaboratively with support staff
· Flexible with a can-do attitude
Essential Requirements
· Valid First Aid Certification
· NDIS Worker Screening Check
· Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
· Qualifications or experience in Art Teaching or Art Therapy
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Sample Art Activities Include:
· Watercolour, acrylic, and dot painting
· Sensory crafts like clay, slime, and sand art
· Mask making, scrapbooking, collage
· Collaborative murals and community art
Program Themes Include:
From “Paint to Music” and “Cultural Expression” to “Nature Textures” and “Sculpture with Recyclables” – you'll have freedom to shape sessions with approval from the WCA director.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and passion for inclusive art programs to:
info@wondercareaustralia.com.au
Call us: 0406 973 737
Visit: www.wondercareaustralia.com.au
Make art that matters – help us build creative, inclusive communities one brushstroke at a time.
Job Type: Freelance
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person