Indigenous Languages and Culture OfficerSenior Professional Officer 1 (Remuneration Package $150,506 - $167,941)Languages and Cultural Responsive LearningFixed vacancy from 06/01/2025 to 19/12/2025Alice SpringsDo you love working in exciting and culturally diverse education contexts?
Enjoy travelling and working in remote communities, exploring the beautiful country of Central Australia?
Do you have experience working with Aboriginal languages in education?The Department of Education and Training has an exciting opportunity available supporting schools and communities across Central Northern Territory to implement Indigenous Language and Culture programs.
We are looking for a passionate educator with experience working with Indigenous people and their languages.As the Teaching and Learning Coach – Indigenous Languages and Cultures, you will travel across the Northern Territory providing the following services to our schools:Providing differentiated support to schools with the implementation of Indigenous Languages and Cultures programs within the school curriculum, including teaching, learning, and assessment.Working with community linguists, teachers, and assistant teachers to develop language-specific curriculum and materials.Collaborating with community members and schools to develop and curate curriculum and resources appropriate to the local language situation.Collaborating with relevant department staff and community members to use evidence-based approaches to facilitate improved outcomes in language curriculum delivery.Building capacity of school staff to apply the Indigenous Languages and Cultures programs that are flexible and responsive to school and community contexts, including the use of data literacy practices to inform targeted school improvement.Coordinating and providing professional development for Indigenous staff, which might include basic literacy, development of language teaching strategies, accredited Vocational Education and Training (VET), and tertiary studies.Developing and maintaining comprehensive and effective professional networks and collaborative partnerships to achieve outcomes in remote and very remote school locations.This is a great time to consider moving to the Territory.
Treat yourself to an enviable lifestyle and a work-life balance that allows you to explore the vast, stunning landscapes and gorges.
The rich multicultural society and community spirit makes the Territory a great place to live, work, and play.
Relocation assistance may be available for some roles.Applications should consist of a one-page summary sheet, resume/CV, and copies of relevant qualifications.#J-18808-Ljbffr