English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher & Assessor – Melton

Djerriwarrh Community House User Group; Melton; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging available

Job summary

Djerriwarrh Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Business unit in Melton seeks an EAL Teacher & Assessor to plan, deliver and assess accredited EAL training. The role supports AMEP/SEE programs and aligns with ACSF standards.

The position is sessional/part-time, with evening classes available and salary packaging options. Based in Melton, the team values progressive staff and community impact.

Qualifications

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its equivalent or successor.
• Diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education or vocational education and training.
• Credential enabling registration as a secondary school teacher with TESOL qualifications (see list in ad).
• Bachelor of Education with TESOL as a method or equivalent Master/Graduate TESOL qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess quality accredited language, literacy and numeracy training.
• Develop and implement EAL framework content and assessments.
• Support AMEP/SEE programs aligned to ACSF.

Education

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Diploma or higher in adult education or vocational education and training

Credential enabling teacher registration with TESOL requirements or equivalent

Bachelor of Education with TESOL as a method

Master of Teaching with TESOL as a method

Graduate Diploma of Education with TESOL as a method

Graduate Certificate in TESOL / TESOL-related qualification

Job description

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English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher & Assessor – Melton

• Highly regarded not-for-profit organisation
• Progressive, enthusiastic and dedicated staff
• Attractive Salary Packaging available
• Sessional & part-time positions, including evening classes
• Based in Melton

Program:

The Djerriwarrh Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Business unit delivers a range of accredited training including the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) funded by the Department of Home Affairs and Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program funded by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, and the Skills First program funded through the Department of Education and Training, Victoria State Government (or full fee-paying clients). The EAL programs/courses assist participants develop settlement and language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills, with the expectation that such improvements will enable them to participate more effectively in the Australian community, further training or the labour force.

Role:

Objective of the EAL Teacher/Assessor role is to plan, deliver and/or assess quality accredited language, literacy and numeracy training at Djerriwarrh sites. AMEP and SEE deliver the Certificates in English as an Additional Language (EAL) aligned to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

The EAL Teacher is responsible for the teaching, ongoing assessment and program development of the EAL Framework.

Skills/Qualifications:

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its equivalent or successor

OR

• A diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education or vocational education and training

OR

• A credential issued by a higher education provider (as defined in section 16.1 of Higher Education Support Act 2003) which would enable the individual to satisfy the academic requirements for registration as a secondary school teacher in accordance with the registration requirements in at least one State or Territory in Australia, and one of the following credentials, or the successor to one of the following credentials:
• TAESS00011/TAESS00019 – Assessor Skill Set or
• TAESS00024 – VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set.

And one of the following:

• A four-year Bachelor of Education, with TESOL as a method
• A bachelor’s degree plus a Master of Teaching with TESOL as a method
• A bachelor’s degree plus Graduate Diploma of Education with TESOL as a method
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree plus a postgraduate TESOL qualification at AQF 8 or above that includes a 22- day supervised teaching practicum in TESOL, such as a:
  • Graduate Certificate in Education (TESOL)
  • Graduate Certificate in TESOL
  • Graduate Diploma in TESOL
  • Graduate Diploma of Education with a TESOL method
  • Master of TESOL/Master of Applied Linguistics/Master of Arts (TESOL)

Position Description:

Djerriwarrh is a Child Safe Organisation committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive and supportive environments. Successful applicants will be required to comply with Djerriwarrh’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and mandatory screening requirements.

Djerriwarrh actively encourages applications from Aboriginal peoples, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, gender and sexually diverse people and people with a disability.

Donations can be made via PayPal using your credit card or bank account, without exposing your account numbers. All donations go to supporting our participants and programs.

Acknowledgement of Country

Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land and waters on which we live, work and travel. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Djerriwarrh is committed to providing equitable and accessible services in a safe environment. We welcome and encourage participation of members of our local communities regardless of ethnicity, culture, religion, language, gender, sexuality, age or ability.