Diverse Learners Coordinator

Junior School (Teacher) | Toowoomba

Closing date: 13/11/2024

**Diverse Learners Coordinator**
- Full time Permanent
- Join a team of passionate educators and make a difference
- Junior School

Toowoomba Grammar School (TGS) is seeking a passionate and experienced Diverse Learners Coordinator to lead the Diverse Learners program in the Junior School. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the learning outcomes of students while working collaboratively with the Head of Diverse Learners and other key stakeholders.

**About Toowoomba Grammar School**

Toowoomba Grammar School was founded in 1875. It is an independent non-denominational day and boarding school for boys with a total enrolment of 1,200 from Preparatory to Year 12. There are approximately 300 boarders in the School coming predominantly from throughout Queensland, Northern New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The School’s campus covers 20.5 hectares and is located one kilometre from the centre of Toowoomba.

It is our vision that our boys will graduate from TGS with the skills to be independent, well-balanced, and successful in life. That they are boys of good character who respond well to challenges and achieve life-long wellbeing.

TGS has been honoured with The Educator’s 2024 5-Star Employer of Choice award. The Award acknowledges excellence in providing competitive salaries, employee benefits, professional development opportunities and nurturing a culture of inclusion and respect.

**Grammar 150**

In 2025, Toowoomba Grammar School will be celebrating its 150th anniversary.

Click here to learn more about Grammar 150 and what you can expect if you were to join TGS in 2025.

**About the Position**

In this role, you will coordinate support for students requiring additional learning adjustments. Your main responsibilities will be to develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), consult with teachers, parents, and students, and ensure NCCD documentation is maintained accurately. Strong organisational and leadership skills are essential, as is expertise in evidence-based inclusive practices, Universal Design for Learning, and differentiated instruction.

**Selection Criteria**:
You will be able to demonstrate your ability and commitment to:

- **Demonstrated Expertise in Evidence-Based Pedagogical Practices and Inclusive Education Frameworks**: Proven experience as an effective classroom teacher with expert knowledge of the Australian curriculum, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and other whole-school inclusive education frameworks. Skilled in implementing age-equivalent curricula, differentiated instruction, and inclusive strategies to support students’ access to education at various academic levels.
- **Data-Driven Instructional Planning and Assessment**: Ability to utilise data-informed practices and screening/diagnostic assessment tools effectively to support a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Experience in planning and evaluating instructional adjustments and interventions for literacy and numeracy to enhance student learning outcomes.
- **Strong Consultation and Collaboration Skills**: Proven ability to consult with and involve parents, students, and teachers in assessing student strengths and challenges, identifying functional impacts, and designing instructional, curriculum, social/emotional, and environmental adjustments that align with individual learning goals.
- **Preparation and Management of Documentation for NCCD and Funding Applications**:

- **Organisational and Leadership Abilities in Diverse Learning Coordination**:
Highly organised, with proven experience managing multiple responsibilities, including the coordination of Teacher Aide deployment, monitoring student referrals, and communicating across Junior School teams. Skilled in leading teams to ensure seamless support for diverse learners, including at key transition points within the school.
- **Commitment to Professional Development and School Community Engagement**:
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in inclusive education, with a proactive approach to building relationships with families and collaborating with external professionals. An energetic, motivated, and empathetic approach to partnering with parents, staff, and the broader community in supporting student needs.
- **Proficiency in Integrating ICT to Enhance Learning**: Strong understanding of ICT tools and their effective use in the classroom to improve engagement and learning outcomes. Ability to leverage technology to support student differentiation and enhance curriculum delivery.

When addressing these selection criteria, please provide specific examples from your experience and qualifications that demonstrate your suitability for the role at Toowoomba Grammar School.

For a full Position Description please refer to the attachment below.

**How to apply**:

- a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster addressing the vacancy being applied for;
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