Ongoing teaching contract with initial three-year POR
Part-time (approx. 0.6 FTE)
Drouin East location
Chairo Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school with over 1,900 Kinder to Year 12 students attending five picturesque campuses in West and South Gippsland, the Latrobe Valley and the south-eastern outskirts of Melbourne.
Our mission is to provide excellence in Christ-centred education in partnership with families within a caring Christian community. In doing this, we aim to prepare students thoroughly for further study, careers, service and life in general.
We are currently seeking to appoint a Learning Support Coordinator to support Prep to Year 4 students at our Drouin East Junior School campus, commencing in January 2027. An ongoing teaching contract will apply, with an initial three-year Position of Responsibility appointment as Learning Support Coordinator.
The Learning Support Coordinator is an important position of responsibility assisting the Principal and Head of Teaching & Learning (Primary) and working in consultation with the Head of Junior School and other Learning Support Coordinators to ensure students with additional needs receive high-quality, inclusive support that enhances their learning experience.
Having obtained relevant tertiary qualifications in education and being registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, the successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who also possesses the following important characteristics:
- Active Christian lifestyle and demonstrated agreement with Chairo's Statement of Faith
- Successful experience working with and including students with learning support needs in the classroom
- Knowledge about how to engage with teachers to support the development of their practice in working with students with a range of learning support needs
- Sound knowledge, commitment to and understanding of disability legislation and current practice
- Experience and post-graduate qualifications in inclusive education (desirable)
- Ability to build strong partnering relationships and communication channels with all members of the school community
The safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students is a high priority. As part of our recruitment process, Chairo undertakes rigorous reference and background checking including, Working with Children and Police Record checks. Before applying, applicants are requested to review Chairo's Child Safety booklet.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 22 November.
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Learning Support Coordinator (Primary) in Drouin employer: Chairo Christian School
Chairo Christian School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for educators dedicated to fostering a Christ-centred education. Located in the picturesque Pakenham area, our multi-campus setting provides ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a caring community. We prioritise the wellbeing of our staff and students, ensuring that every teacher can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
