At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through culturally responsive education programs.
- Company: Parkville College, a multi-campus school focused on vulnerable youth education.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and student wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of inspiring young people while promoting cultural connection.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or community engagement, with a strong understanding of cultural responsiveness.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Parkville College is a multi-campus school that delivers education at Cherry Creek, Parkville and Malmsbury Youth Justice Precincts, and Secure Care Units. It is a registered specialist school that delivers high-quality educational programs to meet the needs of young people in custody with the Department of Justice and Community Safety and secure services with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. The education model follows a culturally responsive pedagogy that supports the development and growth of all students, incorporating strong local partnerships to deliver a flexible range of educational options including the Victorian Curriculum (Foundation-10), Senior Secondary Certificates (VCE, VM and VPC) and vocational studies.
Teachers at Parkville College are required to be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, which may include working on units when classrooms are unavailable, supporting the delivery of an educational program, working across a number of units, and engaging in outreach.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated ability to provide advice and support to staff in relation to culturally responsive engagement, and to work collaboratively with teachers, wellbeing staff, school leadership, custodial staff, families, community organisations and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to gather, interpret and communicate relevant information about student engagement, program participation and emerging issues in order to inform planning, reporting and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Student/Teacher Support: Support teachers and students by contributing specialist cultural knowledge, community understanding and culturally responsive practice advice that strengthens student engagement, belonging and connection to learning. The facilitator may work with individual students or small groups in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Administration / Operations: Provide expertise and professional support in relation to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Program and contribute to the effective operation of the program across the school. Coordinate program planning, maintain relevant records, monitor attendance and participation, support communication with staff and stakeholders, and contribute information that assists the Manager - Culturally Responsive Practice and school leadership to understand program needs, student engagement and emerging issues.
Professional Services / Health and Wellbeing Support: Deliver a culturally responsive professional support service within the school environment, focusing on student engagement, cultural connection, belonging and educational participation. Provide specialist cultural advice that supports the school's approach to student learning, engagement and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Professional Practice and Accountability: Work within Department, school and custodial setting policies and procedures, including requirements relating to duty of care, confidentiality, safety, non-discrimination, child safety, record keeping and mandatory training. Maintain professional boundaries, demonstrate integrity and sensitivity, participate in supervision and professional learning, and contribute to a safe, respectful and culturally responsive school environment.
Diversity and Inclusion:
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
Child Safe Standards:
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Program Facilitator in Melbourne employer: Victorian Government
The Victorian Government offers a supportive and inclusive work environment for Integration Aides and Literacy Intervention staff in the Melbourne Northern Suburbs, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to meaningful educational outcomes. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the department fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to make a difference in students' lives. Additionally, the ongoing nature of this role provides stability and the opportunity to develop essential skills in a dynamic educational setting.
