Literacy and Numeracy Intervention

Fixed Term/Part-Time

Kolbe Catholic College, located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, is a co-educational Year 7 to 12 institution inspired by St Maximilian Kolbe. Guided by the motto Faith, Courage, Compassion, we strive to provide students with opportunities to excel academically, develop essential life skills, and serve others.

Role Description

As a Literacy and Numeracy Tutor, you will be supporting student achievement in literacy & numeracy across the learning domains. Under the direction of the Literacy & Numeracy Learning Leaders, the Literacy & Numeracy Intervention support person provides small group instruction to students who have been identified as benefiting from additional support. 

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Learning & teaching Team, provide high-quality
  instruction to individual students and small groups. 
• Collaborates with teachers, Literacy & Numeracy Learning Leaders, Curriculum Leaders, and families to help identify best practices for individual and small groups of students. 
• Follows the provided research-based interventions focusing specifically on
  individual student need. 
• Maintains documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress.
• Communicate with teachers, Literacy & Numeracy Learning leaders, Curriculum Leaders, and families regarding student progress. 
• Assists with identifying students for placement in intervention groups using
  relevant data. 
• Participates in meetings with teachers, administration, and families to discuss
  student placement and progress. 
• Uses diagnostic assessments for students. 
• Conducts ongoing formative and summative assessments to identify needs and monitor progress. 
• Provides input for program development. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Utilises relevant data for student placement decisions, actively participating in progress meetings.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrates the ability to provide high-quality, tailored instruction to diverse learning needs.
• Collaborates effectively with teachers, leaders, and families for best practices.
• Applies proven, research-based interventions for improved literacy
  outcomes.
• Maintains accurate documentation, utilising diagnostic assessments and
  ongoing assessments.
• Exhibits strong communication skills, engaging with various
  stakeholders for student progress.
• Provides valuable input for the enhancement of literacy intervention
  programs.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, ensuring effective
  support for struggling students.
• Displays a commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic education.

Qualifications and Certifications:

• National Criminal Records Check
• Working with Children Check Card
• Desirable: Level 2 First Aid Certificate 
  
  

For more information about Kolbe Catholic College, please visit our website at www.kolbecc.catholic.edu.au

Kolbe Catholic College is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students. All employees are expected to adhere to the school's child-safe policies and procedures, ensuring the wellbeing and safety of every student.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our vibrant educational community