Year Level Coordinator

Ohana College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging through SPA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Opportunities to contribute to a team‑

The organisation's purpose-driven work

Job summary

Ohana College is seeking an experienced Year Level Coordinator to lead curriculum delivery and coordinate a multidisciplinary team for Years 7–12. The role focuses on inclusive teaching, student wellbeing and academic progress, with responsibilities spanning timetable planning, adjustments for students with disabilities and collaboration with families and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will drive literacy and numeracy outcomes, support teachers, and ensure learning programs are

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or higher required; QCT registration essential.
• Minimum five years teaching experience with diverse learners.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Curriculum and pedagogy.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom teaching with students with disabilities.
• Lead curriculum planning aligned to the Australian Curriculum.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team supporting Year 7–12.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans and adjustments.
• Monitor student engagement, attendance and wellbeing.
• Report on student progress and outcomes to families and leaders.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Disability support

Leadership

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Education or higher

QCT registration

Job description

Ohana for Youth is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting young people through education, wellbeing and individualised support. Through our network of schools and educational programs, we work to create inclusive, supportive environments where young people can reconnect with learning, build confidence and develop the skills they need to achieve their potential.

Our organisation encompasses Arcadia College, Arcadia Distance Education, Ohana College, Ohana Academy Logan and Ohana Academy Cairns. Each school and program provides tailored educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of young people, with a shared commitment to student engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and positive outcomes.

Whether working in teaching, student support, wellbeing, administration, technology or leadership, our staff play an important role in creating environments where young people feel safe, valued and supported to succeed.

Why Join Ohana for Youth?

About Ohana for Youth

Ohana for Youth is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting young people through education, wellbeing and individualised support. Through our network of schools and educational programs, we work to create inclusive, supportive environments where young people can reconnect with learning, build confidence and develop the skills they need to achieve their potential.

Our organisation encompasses Arcadia College, Arcadia Distance Education, Ohana College, Ohana Academy Logan and Ohana Academy Cairns. Each school and program provides tailored educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of young people, with a shared commitment to student engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and positive outcomes.

Whether working in teaching, student support, wellbeing, administration, technology or leadership, our staff play an important role in creating environments where young people feel safe, valued and supported to succeed.

Why Join Ohana for Youth?

Joining Ohana for Youth means becoming part of a purpose-driven organisation where your work can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. We value collaboration, compassion, professional growth and the contribution every team member makes to our schools and communities.

Depending on the position and employment arrangements, benefits may include:

• Salary packaging through our not-for-profit status, including access to eligible benefits through SPA.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support employee wellbeing.

• Fitness Passport to support health and fitness.

• Opportunities to contribute to a collaborative team focused on improving educational and wellbeing outcomes for young people.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive, student-centred organisation.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Ohana for Youth is committed to providing safe, supportive and inclusive environments for every young person in our care. We maintain a strong focus on child safety, wellbeing and safeguarding, and expect all employees to uphold professional boundaries, follow organisational policies and contribute to a culture where young people are protected, respected and heard.

All applicants must be willing to comply with relevant child safety requirements, including holding and maintaining a valid Blue Card where required for the position. Additional screening, registrations or checks may apply depending on the role.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the position may be filled prior to the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply early.

Ohana College actively engages young people who have disengaged from traditional high school environments, providing flexible and supportive learning opportunities that respond to their individual needs and circumstances.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Year Level Coordinator to lead curriculum delivery, support teaching teams and improve student engagement, wellbeing and learning outcomes. This is an opportunity to combine classroom teaching with educational leadership, helping young people build resilience, develop essential life skills and work towards successful futures.

The successful candidate will play an important role in implementing Ohana College’s educational vision, ensuring teaching practices and learning programs are engaging, inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of our students.

Why Join Ohana for Youth?

At Ohana for Youth, we value our people and recognise the important contribution they make to supporting young people and their communities. Benefits of joining our organisation include:

• PBI salary packaging through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA), providing potential tax benefits.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing.

• Fitness Passport access to participating fitness facilities.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people through a supportive and purpose-driven educational environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Deputy Principals, the Year Level Coordinator combines classroom teaching with leadership and coordination responsibilities. The role includes teaching students with disabilities, leading and supporting a multidisciplinary team, overseeing curriculum delivery and ensuring appropriate learning adjustments are implemented.

You will work collaboratively with teachers, student support staff, families and external stakeholders to promote academic progress, positive behaviour, student engagement and personal development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering classroom teaching and supporting students with diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities.

• Leading curriculum planning and delivery of the Australian Curriculum, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy for students in Years 7–12.

• Supporting the development and implementation of Individual Support Plans, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Curriculum Plans (ICPs) and Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) documentation.

• Leading and supervising a multidisciplinary team of teachers, Student Engagement Officers and teacher aides to meet individual student needs.

• Supporting teachers to assess, teach and report on students with disabilities.

• Guiding teaching staff in pastoral care, behaviour management and the implementation of appropriate learning adjustments.

• Developing and implementing timetables for the allocated year level.

• Monitoring student academic progress, engagement, attendance and behaviour, including maintaining relevant student information in TASS.

• Leading the preparation of academic reports that recognise students’ academic progress and personal achievements.

• Supporting students to develop the social and personal skills needed for greater independence and successful community living.

• Promoting co-curricular activities and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.

Desired Skills and Experience

We are looking for an experienced educator who is committed to inclusive education and understands the barriers that can prevent young people from engaging successfully in traditional schooling.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A Bachelor of Education or higher qualification.

• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.

• A minimum of five years’ teaching experience.

• Extensive knowledge and experience working with students with disabilities.

• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, including curriculum development, assessment and lesson planning across multiple key learning areas.

• The ability to adapt curriculum and assessment to meet the needs of diverse learners.

• An understanding of the complex challenges facing at-risk young people and the ability to engage them in relevant, dynamic learning.

• Strong behaviour management, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

• Experience supporting and guiding colleagues in curriculum delivery, student adjustments and pastoral care.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with students, families, staff and external stakeholders.

• Strong organisational skills, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Professional integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to inclusive education.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Ohana for Youth is committed to promoting a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive environment for all students, ensuring their safety and wellbeing are prioritised in every aspect of our operations.

We recognise our fundamental duty of care to children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold our child safety responsibilities, maintain professional boundaries and contribute to an environment where every student feels safe, respected and supported.

Applicants must be willing to comply with all relevant child safety, screening and organisational requirements.