Learning Support Coordinator K-12 (Part-Full-Time, Permanent)

Parkes Christian School; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation subsidies

Competitive pay

Job summary

Parkes Christian School is seeking a motivated K-12 Learning Support Coordinator to lead the learning support team and collaborate with staff, students, parents and external agencies. The role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and experience with NCCD, Naplan provisions, inclusive education, and Multilit programs.

The successful candidate will implement and monitor learning support programs, develop IEPs, and contribute to a positive school culture aligned with the

Qualifications

• Experience implementing learning support programs.
• Experience with Individualised Education Plans (IEPs).
• Ability to liaise between parents, students, teachers and external agencies.
• Strong administrative and deadline-driven skills.
• Excellent communication with staff, students and families.
• Experience supporting students with additional needs including ASD.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead a support team.
• Commitment to professional learning and pedagogy development.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Principal to foster a positive atmosphere and culture.
• Lead the daily operation of the school relevant to support staff.
• Organise and conduct staff meetings for the Learning Support team.
• Liaise with leadership on timetabling and allocation of support staff.
• Support spiritual development and mentoring of support staff.
• Collaborate with staff, students and parents to monitor academic progress and attendance.
• Develop and update Individualised Education Plans.
• Foster relationships with parents and caregivers as partners in learning.
• Manage incidents, parent complaints and other issues as directed by Principal.
• Organise and deliver staff devotions as required.
• Oversee enrolment of new students with additional needs, including interviews.
• Uphold the Christian ethos of Parkes Christian School.

Skills

Administrative skills

Learning support programs

IEP experience

Parent liaison

Organisation

Communication skills

Collaboration

ASD experience

Team leadership

Pedagogy development

Vision alignment

Education

Teaching qualifications

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, energetic K-12 Learning Support Coordinator with the ability to work in a collaborative environment, who is highly organised and can lead our committed and caring learning support team. The successful candidate must have outstanding communication skills in order to effectively work with staff, students, parents and external agencies. They must have a knowledge of the National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD), facilitating Special Provisions for Naplan and the HSC, diagnosed disabilities, inclusive education, and Multilit programs. The successful applicant must be able to work with staff to implement programs and support for students with diverse learning needs.

This position attracts a financial allowance depending on qualifications and experience

As a leadership position, the Learning Support Coordinator will:

• Work closely with the Principal to set positive atmosphere and culture for staff and students
• Lead the daily operation of the school relevant to support staff
• Organise and conduct staff meetings for the Learning Support team
• Liaise with leadership in the timetabling and allocation of support staff
• Support the spiritual development and mentoring of support staff
• Work collaboratively with staff, students and parents to monitor academic progress and attendance of students within the LS program
• Develop and update Individualised Education Plans
• Foster effective relationships with parents and caregivers as partners in student learning
• Manage incidents, parent complaints and other issues as directed by Principal
• Organise and deliver staff devotions as required
• Oversee the enrolment of new students with additional needs, including attending enrolment interviews and liaising with other educational institutions
• Always uphold the Christian ethos expected of senior leadership at Parkes Christian School

Selection Criteria:

• A committed Christian who is active in their local church
• High level of administrative skills
• Experience in implementation of learning support programs
• Experience with IEP's
• Ability to effectively liaise between parents, students, teachers, external
• Experience in coordinating staff
• Organised and meets deadlines
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Experience in working with children with additional needs including ASD
• Proven ability to work collaboratively
• Committed to Professional Learning to develop effective pedagogy
• Willingness to uphold the vision and ethos of Parkes Christian School
• Appropriate teaching qualifications
• Current NSW Working With Children's Check

Ask about our competitive pay rates and generous relocation subsidies if applicable.