Job type: Part time / From 17/09/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1437126
Job posted: 17/09/2024
Closes: 30/09/2024
Location ProfileDohertys Creek P-9 College is a dynamic and innovative school with a wonderfully diverse school community. Our school is built on a foundation of inclusivity and strong relationships. Our pedagogy is inquiry based and we work hard to ensure that all children are safe, cared for and taught at their point of need. Our college is committed to developing strong partnerships with the community and is complemented by our active onsite Community Hub. Our motto is Balit Yirramboi meaning 'Strong Tomorrow'. We firmly believe it takes a village to raise a child.
Our school is built on Bunurong land and is located at 60 Elmhurst Rd, Truganina. At DCC we acknowledge the Bunurong people and how they have cared for the land we learn and play on. We respect their commitment to community and strive to build this commitment within our school.
Built in 2019, we have a beautiful school environment with Wirrigirri, our Administration/Library building as our centre, Djirri Djirri, our purpose building gymnasium, Bulen Bulen, our performing arts space and fantastic classroom spaces in Waa, Wadjil, Marram and Barraimal. Our playground spaces have been designed with input from the students; we have a fruit orchard in its infancy and a beautiful piano which can be heard being played during break times.
Our curriculum is inquiry based. We use Launch, Explore, Summarise as our instructional model across all learning areas. Our units of inquiry are transdisciplinary. We have a strong social and emotional curriculum which supports our inclusive and relationship-based philosophy. We also teach Mandarin, Physical Education, Visual Art and Performing Arts. There is support and coaching for teachers at all levels of experience from PTT, graduates to highly experienced teachers as we are always looking to improve. Collaboration is a cornerstone of our practice.
RoleAn education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of this position will be:
Work with small groups (suggested maximum size is 2 to 4)Help to promote positive self-esteem and worth.Assist with activities, excursions and interaction in the school yard.Assist with the preparation of classroom materials and resources with teacher direction (including specialist classes).Assist with toileting, meals, lifting and administration of medication to students requiring special care.Attend Student Support Group Meetings (S.S.G).Act as a resource person for Support Services provided by the Department of Education and Training and outside support agencies.Assist in the development and evaluation of Long and Short Term Goals for student Individual Learning Plans (ILP's).Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.Provide a point of contact between the school and the parents of integrated students under the guidance of the Assistant Principal.Assist in the set up process for organising files, keeping records, discussions and feedback from teachers relating to specified students.Attend team meetings.Assist in developing an online profile for specified students and ensuring relevant and up to date information is included.Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.Undertake additional duties as requested by a member of the Leadership Team.Comply with the College's policies and procedures.Commit to upholding DET's Values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees and Public Administration Act 2004.Maintain a healthy and safe working environment in accordance with DET OH&S requirements.Promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and demonstrate commitment to protecting students from abuse or harm at Dohertys Creek P-9 College, in accordance with legal obligations including child safe standards.Liaise with the Principal and Assistant Principal to undertake relevant staff professional development and training.Undertake other duties relevant to the field of responsibility as requested by the Principal or Assistant Principal.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
