<p>An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate educator to work collaboratively with members of our Learning and Teaching Team in our innovative and engaging Learning Diversity Department.  The successful applicant will be responsible for exemplary leadership of the Learning Diversity Team and all Learning Diversity Department Services.  Siena College is committed to providing an education that is inclusive and that strives to support each student to achieve their potential.  The College recognizes that some students require extra assistance, and some require extension, to do this.  The Head of Learning Diversity advocates and works with all staff on behalf of students with learning needs and requiring extension in their learning.  These include highly able students, students with learning difficulties, funded students and students with disabilities. The position works closely with the Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching. The Head of Learning Diversity advocates and works with all staff on behalf of students with learning needs.  The Head of Learning Diversity liaises with students, staff, parents, outside agencies and leads a team of staff to implement strategies to enhance participation and access to the curriculum and learning success for all.  Siena College is committed to providing an education that is inclusive and that strives to support each student to achieve their potential.  The Head of Learning Diversity includes a teaching allotment as negotiated with the Principal.</p><p>Key Selection Criteria:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated capacity for proactive educational leadership of students with diverse learning needs </li><li>Highly developed skills in leading staff in continuous improvement in learning and teaching, particularly for students with diverse learning needs </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and an understanding of the importance of charism and spiritual tradition in the life of an order-owned Catholic school</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of contemporary educational research, issues, trends, practices and policies </li><li>Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including a demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships and communicate effectively with students, staff and parents regarding student needs</li><li>A commitment to the concept of a learning community and an ability to work with all members of the community to enhance learning and teaching</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning</li><li>Experienced and highly effective teacher in secondary education with experience working as a special education teacher/leader in a secondary school context desirable</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, testing interpretation and the monitoring of student progress</li></ul><p>Siena College values and enriches our staff by:</p><ul><li>Promoting a culture of professional excellence.</li><li>Nurturing a professional staff culture that is inclusive, supportive, and diverse.</li><li>Facilitating professional learning opportunities to build on the capacity of staff.</li></ul><p> Key responsibilities of the role may be found on the College website, including Application Form and Position Description.</p><p><a href="http://www.siena.vic.edu.au/our-college/employment" rel="nofollow">www.siena.vic.edu.au/our-college/employment</a></p><p>A covering letter supported by the College Application Form, curriculum vitae, qualifications and the names of three referees should be addressed to the Principal and emailed to Human Resources Manager, Ms Joanna Wong at <a href="mailto:hr&#64;siena.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">hr&#64;siena.vic.edu.au</a></p><p><i>The successful candidate must have the relevant rights to work in Australia.</i></p><p><i> </i>Applications will be processed upon receipt. </p><p><strong> Applications close 4.00pm on Monday, 19 August 2024</strong></p><p><i> The Siena College community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.</i></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>