Relieving AEO - Coffs Harbour Public School

Expression of interest Relieving AEO - Coffs Harbour Public School

Expressions of interest are being called to fill the following position: Position: Relieving Aboriginal Education Officer Location: Coffs Harbour Public School Period: To commence 22 August 2016 relieving in the position until 11 August 2017.

Position Information: Coffs Harbour Public School is situated in the heart of Coffs Harbour and has an enrolment of 432 students, which includes 95 Aboriginal students.

Selection Criteria: 1. Aboriginality; 2. understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students; 3. knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures; 4. effective communication skills; 5. ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents; and 6. knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.

Statement of Duties Working with teachers:  to assist Aboriginal students in all school activities including excursions  to discuss with Aboriginal parents the educational progress of their children  to identify and develop resources to support the learning outcomes of Aboriginal students  to assist in the development and implementation of personalised learning plans for Aboriginal students  to support Aboriginal cultural awareness for all students with particular reference to Aboriginal students  to help maintain effective relationships between Aboriginal parents, the Aboriginal community and school staff. Working as part of a school team to support students:  in relation to their school participation and programs  in relation to their attendance and retention Liaising with the Principal and staff:  on protocols for interacting with the Aboriginal community in relation to staff and Aboriginal students in the school and Aboriginal education activities.

Other Duties Performing other related duties as required by the Principal.

Enquiries to: Leonie Buehler, Principal, Coffs Harbour Public School. Phone 66523355 Application: In writing, no more than 2xA4 pages addressing the Selection Criteria, including personal details and two referees to be received by COB Friday 19 August 2016. Applications to: Leonie Buehler Principal Coffs Harbour Public School, 7 Salamander Street, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450