Aboriginal Education Support Officer – Literacy & Culture

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong Careers; Nowra; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is seeking a temporary Aboriginal Education Assistant to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across literacy, numeracy and cultural initiatives. The role involves classroom support and collaboration with school staff, parish and local communities.

The successful candidate will contribute to cultural programs such as Dance and Didgeridoo, work across multiple schools, and engage with students and families while upholding child safety and

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong commitment to the mission of Catholic schooling and to working with Aboriginal communities.
• Ability to support literacy and numeracy needs and participate in cultural initiatives.
• Experience liaising with schools, parishes and local communities is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Support literacy, numeracy and cultural initiatives across participating schools.
• Liaise with school staff, parish and local communities to coordinate programs.
• Contribute to culturally-oriented programs such as Dance and Didgeridoo.

Skills

Aboriginal liaison

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Cultural programs

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in School Support or equivalent

Tools

Educational technologies

Job description

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is seeking a temporary Aboriginal Education Assistant to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across literacy, numeracy and cultural initiatives. The role involves classroom support and collaboration with school staff, parish and local communities.

The successful candidate will contribute to cultural programs such as Dance and Didgeridoo, work across multiple schools, and engage with students and families while upholding child safety and