Literacy & Numeracy Learning Specialist

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerville Secondary College seeks a Learning Specialist to lead literacy and intervention programs, mentor teachers, and drive data-informed practices across the school. The role focuses on improving student achievement and wellbeing while supporting inclusive teaching and collaboration with families and staff.

The successful candidate will work within a dynamic Department of Education environment, contributing to school-wide literacy strategies and professional learning across year levels.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of the Victorian curriculum and teaching standards.
• Ability to model high-impact teaching strategies and monitor student progress.
• Experience using data to inform teaching and provide feedback to students and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead targeted literacy and numeracy intervention programs (Tier 2/3).
• Mentor and coach teaching staff to implement evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with Literacy Coordinators to align support with school goals.
• Monitor student progress and adjust programs based on data.

Skills

Expert curriculum knowledge

Interpersonal & communication skills

Data-informed instruction

Collaboration with staff & families

Education

Bachelor of Education / teaching qualification

Tools

Basic Skills testing

Diagnostic assessment tools

Literacy/numeracy intervention programs

Job description

Somerville Secondary College seeks a Learning Specialist to lead literacy and intervention programs, mentor teachers, and drive data-informed practices across the school. The role focuses on improving student achievement and wellbeing while supporting inclusive teaching and collaboration with families and staff.

The successful candidate will work within a dynamic Department of Education environment, contributing to school-wide literacy strategies and professional learning across year levels.