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Children’s Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life. To learn more about Children’s Ground and the work we do, visit our website: https://www.childrensground.org.au
About the Job
This is a leadership role within Children’s Ground Learning and Wellbeing team that will involve on country delivery/learning and support to a team of Educators who work across multiple locations in Central Australia. It will require a degree and min. 5 years teaching experience. An appreciation or experience in alternative education such as immersion schooling, bilingual education, Montessori or Steiner would be beneficial.
Duties included but not limited to:
- Oversight development and maintenance of individualised learning plans
- Observe and document student's growth
- Maintain safe physical learning environments
- Staff management and support to members of the Learning and Wellbeing team
- Leadership planning and strategy
- Work with First Nations governance to plan learning session delivery each term
- Support and guide integrated service delivery across learning, health, community development and creative arts
- Local community development, meet with community and elders to discuss local educational aspirations
- Quality and risk management
- Coordinate joint learning initiatives with relevant organisations and schools
- Quarterly reporting
About You
We are seeking an innovative educator who has experience with First Nations communities and a deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of First Nations Peoples. A degree or recognised qualification in Early Years or Primary Education along with 5 years teaching experience. An appreciation or experience of alternative education approaches would be beneficial. The role requires a strong organiser with experience in curriculum and resource development who can work collaboratively in a demanding NGO. You need to be comfortable working regularly in outdoor conditions and have a full driver’s licence.
We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey…
Please apply via Seek where you will be asked to upload a cover letter with a pitch on why you are suitable. Use the key selection criteria contained in the position description to address your pitch and tell us why you would like to work for Children’s Ground along with your resume. A copy of the PD can be located on our web page - https://www.childrensground.org.au
Applications to be received by Friday 26 January 2024.
In line with our workforce development strategy, Children's Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.
