Learning Consultant, English as an Additional Language (EAL) - Western Region At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia, owning and operating approximately 300 Catholic schools, employing over 16,000 staff, and serving more than 112,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: forming lives to enrich the world.
WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, including working from home Work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure your success in the role YOUR ROLE The Learning Consultant, English as an Additional Language (EAL) will contribute to the analysis of trends in student and school-based data. This role supports Student Wellbeing across a range of EAL strategies, pedagogy, and programming for new arrivals and refugee students, as well as the coordination and implementation of sector initiatives for these students. This position suits someone with extensive experience in teaching and leadership in Catholic schools or other relevant settings.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Contribute to the capability uplift of school leaders to effectively implement MACS interventions, policies, and guidelines Provide expert advice and referrals to support school leaders and teachers to:Effectively assess and place newly arrived students on the EAL curriculum Understand and cater for the education and wellbeing needs of students who are newly arrived or from a refugee background Inform and improve educational outcomes for newly arrived students Identify and meet the needs of students and families through referral and support access to services Develop, coordinate, and/or deliver professional learning to build capability and competence in EAL leadership, pedagogy, strategies, and culturally responsive practice Complete accurate and timely documentation and record-keeping of consultations with schools and relevant stakeholders Membership of relevant MACS and sectoral working parties related to EAL implementation and new arrivals communities ABOUT YOU Demonstrated understanding of National and State legislative frameworks, policies, and priorities related to inclusive teaching pedagogical practices, including EAL curriculum design and the application of contemporary teaching, learning, assessment, and reporting for EAL students Demonstrated successful experience in developing contemporary, evidence-based teaching and learning approaches, including a broad range of assessment tools to inform teaching and learning for students with an EAL background and newly arrived migrants and refugees Demonstrated ability to build the capability of teachers and leaders in schools regarding inclusive teaching practices and curriculum provision, including the identification, development, and implementation of strategies to support assessment and targeted intervention for students with diverse learning needs Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders Strong time management skills to prioritise and plan workloads to meet deadlines Salary range for this position is $78,021 (T2/1) - $115,737 (T2/6) per annum exclusive of superannuation as specified in the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022, and may include additional allowances dependent on qualifications and experience. As a Learning Consultant, you will be eligible for school holidays.
This role is based out of the Western region office.
HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
1. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages.
Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire, and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.
Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Thursday, 28 November 2024
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