Multicultural Education Aide Pashto and or Punjabi - Location: Geelong English Lanuage Centre) Job posted: 27/06/2024
Job type: Part time / From 15/07/2024 - 21/12/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1423144
Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated ability to work with students in a classroom setting.
SC2 Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with a range of individuals including staff, parents and the wider community.
SC3 A commitment to professional learning and growth.
SC4 Demonstrated ability to take direction and to work as part of a team.
SC5 Demonstrated high level of knowledge and understanding of working with children from Language Backgrounds other than English.
SC6 Demonstrated ability to communicate in English and the required language Pashto and or Punjabi including the ability to accurately translate a range of school communications in the required language.
Role The Multicultural Education Aide may be required to: Support EAL learners to reach their potential at school, by assisting them in the classroom. Communicate directly with families and support teachers and student welfare co-ordinators. Support students in the classroom, explain teacher instructions and work requirements. Support teachers' general communication with students. Act as a resource to develop staff knowledge of the students' backgrounds and the issues they face. Help to involve parents in school activities and programs. Responsibilities Responsibilities: Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas. Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions. Provide basis physical and emotional care for students. Participate in team meetings. Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills. Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment. Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs. Observe students and draw attention of the teacher to them where necessary. Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement. Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students. Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition. Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required. Who May Apply Applicants must be prepared to drive extensively as part of their working day. Applicants will need to have strong interpersonal skills and a preparedness to work with a diverse community in a range of settings. Individuals 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 for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).
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In an ELC and/or Visiting Teacher program. In the EAL support Cluster teacher programs. Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. A current driver's license and a car with comprehensive insurance. Location Profile GEELONG ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE OVERVIEW Programs The Geelong English Language Centre (GELC):
Provides EAL (English as an Additional Language) tuition to eligible New Arrival students enrolled in primary and secondary government schools in the Geelong area. Supports teachers and schools in the Greater Geelong area to build EAL teaching skills and develop appropriate EAL programs and policies for students within their first five years of school in Australia. Location and delivery:
GELC is administratively based at Bell Park North Primary School.
In 2024, GELC will deliver an intensive English language program for New Arrivals students at three English Language Centres (ELCs) in the northern and central suburbs of Geelong.
In the English Language Centres classes have an average size of 13 students. They may be of mixed age and English language proficiency levels.
GELC also provides support to build EAL capacity within schools through the EAL support Cluster program. This program is delivered in schools across the Greater Geelong area. Teachers and Multicultural Education Aides (MEAs) working in this program will be required to travel extensively and may be required to work flexible hours including before and after normal face to face teaching hours.
The Geelong English Language Centre has a number of purposes: These are to provide:
A focused learning environment that supports all students to reach their potential in English language development. A supportive and stimulating work environment for all staff that encourages commitment, innovation and excellence. Professional learning opportunities for mainstream school staff to support newly arrived and EAL students and their families. Students in GELC programs come from a wide range of language and cultural backgrounds.
Part time / From 15/07/2024 - 21/12/2024
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