Mackillop requires the services of a dynamic and passionate leader and teacher, who is trauma informed and committed to working with young people with diverse and complex needs, who are engaged with mental health services and/or child protection. Our successful applicant will have a strong knowledge and experience of developing curriculum and supporting students 12 to 17 years old.

We want someone who is resilient, flexible and has the capacity to work collaboratively as a part of a committed and passionate team within the XTend Program in Geelong.

Reporting to the Deputy Principal, the Generalist Teacher will work collaboratively with School Staff, Residential Care Staff, Care Teams and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Key Selection Criteria

The Generalist Teacher will design and deliver a range of education programs that meet the needs of the students and are compliant with curriculum requirements. This includes classroom teaching and 1:1 intensive student support. In collaboration with the Deputy Principal, will contribute to the development of education programs appropriate to the identified learning and wellbeing requirements of children with complex and diverse needs, who have often experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. If you meet the criteria below we would be keen to hear from you:

• A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families
• A four-year teaching qualification or equivalent and eligibility for Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in implementing highly aspirational initiatives in student learning informed by the Victorian Curriculum
• Experience in the design, delivery and assessment of programs that cater for diverse and complex needs of individual learners and a commitment to trauma-informed practice
• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary developments in education and a capacity to engage students who have a range of learning difficulties and challenging behaviours.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with colleagues to improve the quality of programs and enhance student outcomes
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to develop constructive relationships with students, parents, caregivers, staff and external agencies.
• Demonstrated commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities including student excursions and camps

MacKillop is committed to being a child safe organisation. Applicants will be required to undergo a criminal records check and hold a valid employment working with children check.

Commencement: Monday 2nd September.