Job posted: 20/12/2024
Job duration: From 28/01/2025
Reference: 1460368
Occupation: Education and Training
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Location ProfileAlkira is a Wurundjeri word meaning Big Sky, chosen to highlight the place of our learning high on a hill and the wide opportunities we make available to our school community. The school continues to be a school of choice in the local area, managing extreme enrolment growth and transitions of students across all year levels, reflecting a shift in demographics and diversity of our surrounding community.
Our school is highly multicultural, with 30% of students born overseas. Enrolments include Aboriginal students, EAL students, and NCCD students. Our vision and statement of purpose recognize our responsibility to provide a personalized education for every child.
We embrace 21C learning, developing programs and resources to promote independent learning and improved student achievement. All students bring their own device (BYOD) and work within a dedicated Learning Management system (Compass).
An orderly learning environment is created by high expectations, supported by our non-negotiables. Our behaviour management processes ensure a safe learning environment for students and teachers.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all students, adhering to the principles of the Berry Street Education Model and The Resilience Project. Our commitment extends to supporting students with disabilities and Koori students.
Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
RoleAn education support class position 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.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level. A role at this range may include:
Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, involving accountability for a single function.Assisting teachers within an educational program.Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks or other specialized student/teacher support roles.Technical tasks requiring a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.ResponsibilitiesMEAs (Hindi) are employed to support EAL learners and their families. Mandatory: must be able to speak and understand Hindi.
MEAs assist with:
Effective communication between students and teachers.Integrating EAL learners into school activities.Assisting teachers to understand home cultures.Helping newly arrived families to settle into the school community.MEAs play a valuable role in using their language skills for direct communication with students and parents.
Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience, and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply. The Department of Education is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion for all.
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments, committed to protecting students from abuse or harm.
Conditions of EmploymentAccess to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply.To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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