KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Disability Inclusion Leadership

Leadership and Strategic Planning

Support for Teachers of the Deaf

Learning Enhancement Team Leadership

Collaboration with Classroom Teachers

Student Support

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

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● Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and inspire teams, manage resources effectively, and drive strategic initiatives.

● Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

● Collaboration: Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

● Problem-Solving: Proven ability to analyse complex issues, develop innovative solutions, and make sound decisions.

● Empathy and Understanding: Deep understanding of the needs of students with disabilities and a commitment to fostering an inclusive school environment.

1. Demonstrated Expertise in Inclusive Education Practices
Proven ability to lead, develop, and implement inclusive education strategies and practices that address the diverse learning needs of students, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. This includes a deep understanding of disability inclusion, development of high-quality IEPs, and use of evidence-based teaching strategies.

2. Strong Educational Leadership and Strategic Planning Skills
Demonstrated capacity to lead strategic initiatives and manage change within a school context, including the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate inclusive education policies and programs aligned with the school’s strategic goals.

3. Capacity to Build Staff Capability and Lead Professional Learning
Proven ability to build the capacity of classroom teachers, education support staff, and Teachers of the Deaf through coaching, mentoring, and facilitating targeted professional learning to improve inclusive classroom practices and student outcomes.

4. Excellent Communication and Collaboration Skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, staff, families, allied health professionals, and external agencies, to support student learning and wellbeing.

5. Demonstrated Knowledge of Deaf Education and Assistive Technology
Strong understanding of the educational needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing, including experience with assistive technologies, specialist equipment, and accommodations that enhance learning access and promote independence.

6. Ability to Lead a Multi-Disciplinary Team and Manage Resources
Capacity to lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary Learning Enhancement Team, manage staff timetables, monitor intervention programs, and oversee budgets and funding associated with inclusive education initiatives.

• KEY COMPETENCIESKEY SELECTION CRITERIA