Art Teacher

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:

[email protected]

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