Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Leading Teacher - Range 3 Occupation: Leading teacher Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs Reference: Selection Criteria 1. Demonstrated Expertise in Inclusive Education Practices
Proven ability to lead, develop, and implement inclusive education strategies and practices that address the diverse learning needs of students, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. This includes a deep understanding of disability inclusion, development of high-quality IEPs, and use of evidence-based teaching strategies.
2. Strong Educational Leadership and Strategic Planning Skills
Demonstrated capacity to lead strategic initiatives and manage change within a school context, including the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate inclusive education policies and programs aligned with the school¿s strategic goals.
3. Capacity to Build Staff Capability and Lead Professional Learning
Proven ability to build the capacity of classroom teachers, education support staff, and Teachers of the Deaf through coaching, mentoring, and facilitating targeted professional learning to improve inclusive classroom practices and student outcomes.
4. Excellent Communication and Collaboration Skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, staff, families, allied health professionals, and external agencies, to support student learning and wellbeing.
5. Demonstrated Knowledge of Deaf Education and Assistive Technology
Strong understanding of the educational needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing, including experience with assistive technologies, specialist equipment, and accommodations that enhance learning access and promote independence.
6. Ability to Lead a Multi-Disciplinary Team and Manage Resources
Capacity to lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary Learning Enhancement Team, manage staff timetables, monitor intervention programs, and oversee budgets and funding associated with inclusive education initiatives.
Role The Leading Teacher for Inclusive Education is a key leadership role within Brighton Primary School focused on promoting excellence in teaching and learning for all students, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role involves providing leadership to the Learning Enhancement Team and collaborating with classroom teachers to create an inclusive educational environment that supports the diverse needs of all students. The Leading Teacher helps provide strategic direction, professional development, and expert advice to ensure the delivery of high-quality education tailored to the individual needs of students. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Disability Inclusion Leadership
¿ Be the lead contact for Disability Inclusion within the school
¿ Coordinate Disability Inclusion profile meetings and support all necessary stakeholders through the process
¿ Liaise with the school's Student Support Services (SSS) key contact and Regional Disability Coordinator
¿ Play a key role in supporting students with additional needs to make a smooth transition into the school, ensuring there are effective arrangements in place for efficient