About This Role
We are seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Education Officer to join our community in Dubbo.
Main Responsibilities:
* Establish strong connections with First Nations families and welcome new families into the school community.
* Support the development of Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) and their implementation.
* Promote and celebrate Aboriginal culture across the whole school.
* Provide literacy and numeracy support for Aboriginal students, both in class and in small group/individual settings.
* Encourage regular attendance, support transitions, and explore career pathways with students.
* Offer pastoral care, encouragement, and guidance to Aboriginal students.
* Collaborate with teachers and school leadership to ensure culturally inclusive learning experiences.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice, equity, and reconciliation.
About You:
* Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
* A commitment to promoting and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture within the school.
* Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to assist students.
* Able to work collaboratively with staff to support Indigenous students.
* Experience in engaging families and community, including challenging situations.
* Knowledge of educational issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.