Full-Time | Commencing January 2027

Drive Improvement. Strengthen Programs. Make a Difference.

Are you a passionate educator with a strong understanding of student achievement data, evidence-based educational programs and school improvement?

Hymba Yumba Independent School (HYIS) is seeking a highly organised, innovative and collaborative Educational Programs and Data Lead to join our team in 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator to lead the coordination, implementation and evaluation of educational programs, strengthen whole‑school data practices and support evidence‑informed decision‑making that improves outcomes for our jarjum.

We are looking for someone who can turn data into meaningful action, support teachers to implement effective educational programs and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Hymba Yumba Independent School is a unique Prep–Year 12 First Nations school located in Springfield, Queensland.

Our school is grounded in solid cultural values, high expectations and a commitment to ensuring every jarjum (child) has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, emotionally and culturally.

Our Four Respects – Respect for Self, Family, Community and Country – guide everything we do.

We are proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to First Nations education and our innovative approach to teaching and learning.

About the Role

The Educational Programs and Data Lead will play a key role in strengthening student achievement, monitoring learning progress and ensuring our educational programs are purposeful, effective and responsive to the needs of our jarjum.

Working closely with the Heads of School, Curriculum Lead, teaching staff and school leadership team, you will coordinate whole‑school assessment and data processes, support the implementation of targeted educational programs and provide meaningful insights to guide teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities include:

Educational Programs and Intervention

- Lead the coordination, implementation and review of whole‑school educational programs and initiatives.
- Support the effective implementation of evidence‑based literacy and numeracy programs.




- Monitor the effectiveness of targeted interventions and learning support programs.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to identify student learning needs and appropriate educational responses.
- Evaluate program effectiveness using student achievement, engagement and progress data.
- Support consistency and continuity of educational programs across year levels.

Student Achievement and Data

- Coordinate whole‑school assessment schedules, including standardised testing and diagnostic assessments.
- Lead the collection, analysis and interpretation of student achievement and progress data.
- Support teachers to use assessment data to inform differentiated teaching, intervention and learning goals.
- Develop clear and meaningful data reports for school leadership, teachers and relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor student growth, identify achievement trends and recommend targeted improvement strategies.
- Strengthen whole‑school data literacy and promote consistent, accurate data collection practices.
- Track the impact of educational initiatives and interventions on student outcomes.

Leadership and School Improvement

- Work collaboratively with the Curriculum Lead and Heads of School to support strategic teaching and learning priorities.
- Provide professional learning, mentoring and practical support to strengthen teacher confidence in using student data.
- Support the development of consistent systems for assessment, monitoring and reporting.
- Contribute to school improvement planning, evaluation and evidence gathering.
- Foster a positive, collaborative and reflective approach to educational improvement.
- Ensure educational programs and data practices support culturally responsive teaching and the diverse learning needs of First Nations students.

About You

We are seeking an educator who is analytical,



organised and passionate about improving student outcomes.

You will have the ability to see the bigger picture while also understanding the practical realities of teaching and learning in a busy school workplace.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- Current Queensland teacher registration or eligibility for registration.
- Strong understanding of evidence‑based teaching practices, particularly in literacy and numeracy.
- Experience coordinating educational programs, interventions or whole‑school assessment processes.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse student achievement data and translate findings into practical improvement strategies.
- Knowledge of standardised assessment tools, diagnostic testing and student progress monitoring.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with student information systems, spreadsheets and data reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teaching and leadership teams.
- A commitment to culturally responsive education and improving outcomes for First Nations students.
- A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to educational leadership and continuous improvement.
- Experience with programs such as InitiaLit, MacqLit, PAT assessments or other evidence‑based literacy and numeracy initiatives will be highly regarded.

Why Join HYIS?

At Hymba Yumba, you will be part of a school community that values relationships, culture, innovation and educational excellence.

We offer:

- An chance to influence whole‑school educational programs and student achievement.
- A supportive and collaborative school leadership team.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- A culturally rich learning environment grounded in First Nations perspectives.
- The opportunity to work alongside passionate educators committed to improving outcomes for our jarjum.
- A welcoming school community where relationships, belonging and individual growth matter.

Commencement: January 2027
Location: Springfield, Queensland
Employment Type: Full-time

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📌 Educational Programs and Data Lead (Queensland)
🏢 Hymba Yumba Independent School
📍 Queensland