Literacy Instructional Leader & Coach

Government schools; Barwon Downs; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria is seeking a Learning Specialist (Literacy Instructional Leadership) for P-12. The role focuses on modelling exemplary teaching, literacy and numeracy across the curriculum, and leading professional learning to improve student outcomes.

The position emphasises collaboration with school leadership, observation of practice, and coaching teachers to enhance effectiveness and student engagement across all year levels.

Qualifications

• SC1: Expert knowledge of curriculum and ability to model exemplary teaching, literacy and numeracy across the curriculum.
• SC2: Expertise in high impact teaching strategies and using data to evaluate learning growth.
• SC3: Exemplary ability to monitor, assess and give feedback on student learning to students and parents.
• SC4: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with students, colleagues, parents and community.
• SC5: Ability to model Department values and support school-based professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate high-level teaching expertise and lead demonstration lessons.
• Model teaching practice and support the leadership team in developing effective teacher practice.
• Collaborate with staff to develop shared views of highly effective practice.
• Lead and model school-wide improvement strategies related to curriculum and delivery.
• Coordinate professional learning, feedback processes and peer collaboration.

Skills

Curriculum expertise

High impact teaching

Data-informed practice

Communication & collaboration

Department values & reflection

Job description

Department of Education Victoria is seeking a Learning Specialist (Literacy Instructional Leadership) for P-12. The role focuses on modelling exemplary teaching, literacy and numeracy across the curriculum, and leading professional learning to improve student outcomes.

The position emphasises collaboration with school leadership, observation of practice, and coaching teachers to enhance effectiveness and student engagement across all year levels.