<p>Join Our Team as a Gifted Education Mentor!<br><br>Are you passionate about nurturing high potential and gifted students? The Catholic Schools Office in Newcastle West is thrilled to announce 4 Permanent Full-Time Project Officers - Gifted Education Mentor starting in 2025!<br><br>The Catholic Schools Office (CSO) leads, operates, and manages a vibrant network of schools within the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.<br>We proudly educate over 21,000 students across 44 primary schools, 11 secondary schools, one K–12 school, one flexible learning centre, and one special school.<br><br>Shape the future of high potential and gifted education and make a real difference in students' lives.<br>Be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to excellence in education.<br>Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.<br><br>As a Gifted Education Mentor, you will develop and implement innovative programs for high potential and gifted students, mentor and support teachers in delivering exceptional education, and foster a culture of excellence and high achievement.<br><br><br><br><a href="https://diocesemn.azurewebsites.net/media/7166/position_description_-_gem_project_officer_hpge.pdf"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Leading colleagues to support and improve High Potential Gifted (HPG) student outcomes through evidence-based practices, informed by research and literature, and leveraging comprehensive knowledge of student development, curriculum, and teaching strategies.<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Evaluating and revising school learning and teaching programs to meet the needs of HPG students and those from underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, EAL/D students, rural and remote students, twice-exceptional and thrice students, and those underachieving.<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Guiding the effective use of technology and digital resources to enhance learning opportunities and create inclusive educational environments. • Planning and providing ongoing professional learning opportunities that focus on teaching HPG learners, supported by connections within the diocese network.<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Implementing systematic processes for identifying and profiling HPG learners, ensuring equitable access and support, and collaborating with internal and diocesan partners.<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Building and maintaining respectful relationships with parents, caregivers, and community representatives to support student engagement and participation, and ensuring consistent communication.<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrating exemplary practice and ethical behaviour in professional dealings, leading by example to foster a culture of high expectations and evidence-based decision-making.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</li></ul>