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Outreach Education and Youth Support

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeFootscray VIC 3011, AustraliaPosted 4 days agoVerified 6 days ago
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About the job

The Education Specialist position at MacKillop Education is all about empowering young people living in residential care to re-engage with learning. This role is vital in ensuring that every young person has access to education and support tailored to their unique needs. Working within a passionate team, you will create safe and supportive environments that foster confidence and educational pathways.

You'll be responsible for

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Empowering young people

Empowering young people living in residential care to succeed through tailored education support, teaching, and advocacy.
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Improving learning outcomes

Improving learning outcomes for students in care through hands-on teaching, advocacy, and supporting care teams.
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Developing Individual Education Plans

Developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) with clear goals and meaningful strategies for every student.

Key criteria

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Education qualifications

Appropriate qualifications in education, youth work, or social work.

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Cultural understanding

Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by families.

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Experience with disengaged youth

Proven experience supporting children at risk of disengaging from education.

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5 criteria for this job
Education qualifications
Appropriate qualifications in education, youth work, or social work.

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Cultural understanding
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by families.

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Experience with disengaged youth
Proven experience supporting children at risk of disengaging from education.

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Individual Education Plans
Experience developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

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