Multicultural EAL Support Aide (English/Chinese)

Department of Education Victoria; Geelong; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Geelong English Language School (GELS) is seeking an Education Support Class role to assist in intensive EAL programs across P-10, based at Geelong. Under supervision, you will support learning, translation, and wellbeing for newly arrived students.

Join a dedicated team within the Department of Education Victoria delivering inclusive EAL services and professional learning opportunities for staff and families in Geelong.

Formación

• SC1 Capacity and experience to support teachers and students within intensive EAL programs across all year levels (P-10) at the Geelong English Language School.
• SC2 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, families, and school community members from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• SC3 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of ICT and digital learning tools relevant to assisting students with EAL.
• SC4 A commitment to professional learning and growth.
• SC5 Proficient reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in both English and Chinese.

Responsabilidades

• Support student learning on an individual or group basis with direction from class teacher.
• Translate communication between teachers and non-English speaking students in the classroom.
• Support and translate communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents, eg during enrolment interviews and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
• Assist in the translation of school documents and resources, including utilising phone interpreting services.
• Prepare basic curriculum resources.
• Assist school in liaising with external support service providers, teachers, students, and their families.
• Support staff in student wellbeing.
• Where possible provide teachers with insight into students’ cultural backgrounds and experiences.
• Literacy in Hazaragi language or a combination of languages is desirable.

Conocimientos

EAL program experience

Cross-cultural communication

ICT proficiency

Professional learning

Bilingual English/Chinese

Descripción del empleo

The Geelong English Language School (GELS) is seeking an Education Support Class role to assist in intensive EAL programs across P-10, based at Geelong. Under supervision, you will support learning, translation, and wellbeing for newly arrived students.

Join a dedicated team within the Department of Education Victoria delivering inclusive EAL services and professional learning opportunities for staff and families in Geelong.