GEGAC Dala Yooro Kindergarten is
seeking a passionate and dedicated Aboriginal Language Educator to join our warm,
culturally enthusiastic environment on a part-time basis.
This is a unique opportunity to play
a meaningful role in strengthening cultural identity, language revival, and
connection to Country for our children. You will support our Boorai’s learning
journey by embedding Aboriginal language into everyday experiences,
storytelling, song and play – becoming an important part to their cultural
story.
Organisational Profile
GEGAC is an Aboriginal
Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of
about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic
services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders &
Disability and Early Childhood Education.
GEGAC advocates for the
self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that
enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart
of everything we do.
Position Purpose
The Aboriginal Language
Educator is primarily responsible for supporting the Dala Yooro funded kinder
programs in the delivery of the Early Childhood Language program.
The Language Educator must
demonstrate understanding of Local Aboriginal Culture and heritage in relation
to the development of curriculum for the early year’s children.
The Language Educator is
expected to provide a high level of support responding to the development and
delivery of the language program and will demonstrate an understanding of the
land of our GunaiKunai people and Aboriginal culture.
Key Selection Criteria
·Demonstrated understanding of and
commitment to Aboriginal culture with the ability to liaise with and support
the local community.
·Demonstrated capability to meet the key
responsibilities and key activities of this position.
·Excellent interpersonal skills and
proven ability to relate to Aboriginal Families and young children.
·Ability and experience in coaching,
mentoring and supporting families with young children.
Qualifications and Registrations
Requirement (Essential or Desirable).
·Valid Victorian driver’s licence ESSENTIAL
·Minimum Certificate III Early Childhood Education
and Care qualification ESSENTIAL
·Recognised Traditional Owner to teach
language ESSENTIAL
·A working knowledge of computers DESIRABLE
·A satisfactory Working with Children
Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL
·A person of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander
background DESIRABLE
·Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC
requirements ESSENTIAL
How to apply for this job
A copy of the position description can be obtained
by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-05-Aboriginal-Language-Educator.pdf
A copy of the position description can also be
obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.
Applicants must address the key selection criteria
for shortlisting.
Any applications that have not addressed the key
selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.
Applications can also be emailed to
HR@gegac.org.au.
This position will remain open until
filled. Applications may close at any time without notice. To avoid
disappointment or missing out, prospective applicants are strongly encouraged
to apply without delay.”
A valid Working with Children Check and Police
check is mandatory to work in this organisation.
“this advertisement is pursuant to the
‘special measures’ provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975
(Cth)”.
