ABOUT US

The Avenue Neighbourhood House’s vision is to provide opportunities for equitable community engagement through social, recreational and learning activities. Our aim is to provide a safe place where everyone is empowered through life-long learning, well-being and connection with others.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The YERP Tutor/Teacher will work in collaboration with the Youth Programs Coordinator, Youth Workers and Tutors to deliver the ReFresh and ReNew Program. The ReFresh and ReNew Program at The Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley is a transformative initiative designed to support and uplift young people, schools and families within our community. The educational engagement, or reengagement, program focuses on providing holistic support to young people to ensure they have access to the most appropriate educational environment for them.

ReFresh is an alternative education program for young people aged 15 – 17 who are at risk or already disengaging from education. The aim of the program is to provide education in an alternative setting, that is focused on encouraging students to remain engaged in their schooling by creating learning opportunities that are practical and relevant. ReNew’s primary focus is on reengaging young people who have disengaged from mainstream education settings. Students from both programs are supported in the classroom by Educators and Youth Workers who are focused on well-being and education, in tandem, to contribute to overall engagement in schooling.

ABOUT YOU

• You know that the traditional school environment isn't suitable for every young person and are excited to contribute to an alternative learning space.
• You're dedicated to supporting young people to reach their full potential through education.
• You understand that education must be holistic and child centred.
• You’re a team player who works cohesively with team members as well as autonomously.
• You have strong community values and bring a positive and supportive attitude to your work.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

• VIT registration

• Police Check or ability to obtain a police check

• WWCC or ability to obtain a WWCC

or

• TAE40116 Certificate IV in TAE

• Relevant Vocational Competency

• Demonstrated expertise in teaching literacy and/or numeracy

• Police Check or ability to obtain a police check

• WWCC or ability to obtain a WWCC

Desirable

• Significant relevant experience in the Education or Not-for-profit or Community sectors

• Experience working in an alternative education setting

• Experience Delivery Vocational Education and Training programs

• Demonstrated understanding of young people with complex needs including; AOD, OOHC and Youth Justice

Any other enquiries can be emailed to Corallanne Pohlman, General Manager at [email protected], using the subject line: Tutor / Teacher - Youth Education Reengagement Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.