Aboriginal Education Officer

Catholic Education Office - Diocese of Bathurst

18h•$41 - $47

About The Position

This is an identified position ie this position is open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. We have an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Education Officer to join the team at Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary School, Orange. Reporting directly to the principal, and accountable to the Education Officer: Leader of Aboriginal Education, the Aboriginal Education Officer performs a wide range of duties. These duties may consist of (but not limited to): To act as an intermediary and contact person for Aboriginal students and families within the school and school system To assist the teaching staff in achieving targets and meeting outcomes outlined in school and diocesan strategic plans in response to the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander National Education Strategy (2015) to accelerate improvements in educational outcomes for Aboriginal students and young people To support schools in ensuring that the curriculum is culturally inclusive across all Key Learning Areas (KLAs) To assist the Principal and School Executive by providing support for Aboriginal families to resolve student pastoral care issues To provide encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

Requirements

Demonstrate understanding of and sincere commitment to the aims and philosophy of Catholic Education, including the values of social justice, equity and reconciliation.
Demonstrate an appropriate level of skill in literacy and numeracy especially as it relates to assisting students.
Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team to cater for the needs of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
Demonstrate knowledge of educational issues that affect Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
Demonstrate links with the local Aboriginal community.
Demonstrate ability to promote and celebrate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander traditions and culture within the whole school.
Provide proof of at least 5 years workplace experience.

Responsibilities

To act as an intermediary and contact person for Aboriginal students and families within the school and school system
To assist the teaching staff in achieving targets and meeting outcomes outlined in school and diocesan strategic plans in response to the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander National Education Strategy (2015) to accelerate improvements in educational outcomes for Aboriginal students and young people
To support schools in ensuring that the curriculum is culturally inclusive across all Key Learning Areas (KLAs)
To assist the Principal and School Executive by providing support for Aboriginal families to resolve student pastoral care issues
To provide encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

Benefits

Good work-life balance, working 60 hours per fortnight
Access to the diocese’s wellbeing incentives such as membership with Fitness Passport and free EAP
Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
Salary packaging available
Be paid throughout the whole year, with school holidays off

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