EAL/D Learning Enrichment Teacher
THE FOLLOWING PAPERS SHOULD BE LODGED WITH AN APPLICATION. Completed Application Form Cover letter and Resume/Curriculum Vitae Names of professional and personal referees. Personal referees should include a church minister where possible. Working With Children Check (WWCC) Applications should be marked confidential and addressed to: Dr Michele Benn, Principal Email: employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au Mail: Danebank Anglican School for Girls, 80-98 Park Road HURSTVILLE NSW 2220 NOTE: Applicants will be interviewed as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the deadline. Learning Enrichment Teacher - EAL/D Part-time 0.6 - 3 Days | Temporary Danebank is one of the leading Christian girls’ schools in Australia with a wonderful reputation and proud history of excellence and innovation in thinking, learning and care. We nurture and inspire girls to flourish through inclusive and powerful educational opportunities. We aspire for each girl to become all she is purposed to be. Our guiding values are compassionate service, creative collaboration, respectful relationships, courageous optimism, personal excellence, loving kindness and taking responsibility. The life of our school is anchored in a Christian foundation and our worship and spiritual life is grounded in the Anglican tradition. The very essence of our motto - Ut Prosim That I May Serve - reflects our intention for each girl to develop meaning in her life, to grow in faith, to serve others and to contribute to society into the future. Our Approach Our approach to education is futures-focused and holistic: we integrate student wellbeing, learning and personal development to help shape the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual aspects of each individual. Our Staff Danebank acknowledges and values the contribution that all staff, teaching and operational, make to the achievement of the School’s strategy and is committed to supporting all staff in their endeavours. Danebank staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl. Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit of the best for ourselves and our community. Staff enjoy working in our engaging environment. Position Description This Position Description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position. The Position Description is subject to review and modification by the Principal, in response to the strategic direction of the School and the development of the skills and knowledge of the position. Position Title Learning Enrichment Teacher (Junior School) Reporting Manager Head of Learning Enrichment Junior School Role Purpose All teachers have the responsibility to support Danebank’s aspiration and intent, upholding its core values and Christian foundation. The Learning Enrichment Teacher, as part of a wider Learning Enrichment Team, will work with Junior School Students in Literacy Learning support, identifying students’ learning needs and administering and coordinating support programs for students. The Learning Enrichment teacher delivers an inspiring and differentiated learning program through high quality teaching in order to develop deep understanding and develop students as reflective and powerful learners. The teacher ensures professional compliance, supports policy and follows school procedures and systems. Every teacher is expected to be involved in the learning, student care, outdoor education and co-curricular programs as these are pivotal to the holistic development of each student. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Actively support the Christian ethos of the school, modelling a Christian example in all activities. Create inclusive, safe and supportive learning environments that model Christian world views. Teaching and Learning * Maintain a sound understanding of the content and structure of the NESA curriculum and contemporary learning. * Support students to learn how to learn, developing individuals as self directed, powerful learners. * Plan and teach well-sequenced teaching and learning programs that engage students and promote learning. * Provide rigorous academic learning, supporting students to achieve their personal best and pursue learning growth through personalisation of learning. * Implement best practice teaching and learning strategies appropriate to the learning of the girls. * Monitor and assess student learning and growth and analyse data to inform and improve teaching practice. * Inspire and engage students and to develop in them a love and appreciation of mathematics. * Ensure that positive and constructive feedback is provided to students in a timely manner to improve the students' understanding. * Maintain all administrative records to a high standard including programmes and registers, attendance, wellbeing, NCCD, assessment and reports. Review and action incoming student referrals. * Identify and monitor incoming EAL/D students via a range of specialised assessment tools including formal and informal, diagnostic and formative assessments. * Create and update EAL/D student Learning Profiles and ESL Scales. * Determine the need for students to be supported for the EAL/D small group program. * Provide a New Arrival Program for students who are new to Australia and provide resources and lesson adaptations for their class teachers. * Provide EAL/D programs which advance the progression level of Oral Interaction, Reading and Responding and Writing across all KLAs. * Produce or purchase resources required for the EAL/D program. * Lead small group instruction and work collaboratively with teachers in the classroom. * Support classroom teachers in the implementation of personalised learning practises. * Work closely with the students and parents in conjunction with our Junior School bilingual teacher's aide. * Attend parent/teacher interviews, stage, faculty, and school meetings as required. * Share updates to EAL/D policy and procedures and Professional Development opportunities with staff. * Work in partnership with teachers to implement aspects of learning plans for groups of students. * Lead small group instruction. * Adapt lessons for individual students under the guidance of their subject teachers. Professional Development * Share knowledge and resources, develop skills and ensure best practice principles are applied across the Junior School and Danebank’s professional learning community. * Actively seek appropriate and timely professional development. * Engage in the regular performance appraisal process and professional development practices of the school. * Participate in accreditation processes. Key Competencies * Possess effective communication skills and relate well with all students, teachers, and PAOS * Able to work to deadlines while maintaining a standard of excellence. * Model the school values at all times. * Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the area for which he/she will be responsible. * Demonstrate the ability to plan, set goals, evaluate progress, review etc. * Demonstrate a willingness to be committed to several tasks as required and manage time well to ensure quality outcomes. Wellbeing * Adhere to a holistic approach to student learning, engaging with the school’s Becoming Framework for student development. * Work in collaboration with Stage Coordinators and departmental colleagues to address student management and behavioural issues. * Work collaboratively to deliver the Student Wellbeing programs, refer students to specialist staff where required and liaise with middle leaders as appropriate. * Establish rapport with students and provide ongoing encouragement to support students’ emotional and social wellbeing. * Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students. * Provide the appropriate duty of care and supervision of students. Communication and Engagement * Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships with students, staff and parents. * Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers. * Plan and participate in excursions. * Respond to parent enquiries regarding curriculum and student matters in a timely manner to ensure positive outcomes for student learning. * Prepare meaningful feedback and reports regularly to students and parents. * Be available to assist students out of class where needed, via negotiation between teacher and students. * Attend chapel services * Attend other School events (e.g. theatre productions) and maintain an active connection with the broader community. Any other duties as may be required by the Principal and/or Deputy Principal Junior School. Key Competencies, Skills and/ or Experience * A commitment to the Christian mission of Danebank, demonstrating a commitment to Christian teaching practice. * Expertise and experience in teaching all student levels the K-6 * Ability to deliver effective pedagogy in an innovative and engaging manner. * Effective interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents. * Professional and personal integrity. * Flexible and open to change. * Proactive and innovative. * Technologically literate and experienced in the integration of technology into every aspect of students’ learning. * Willingness to actively engage in co-curricular activities. * Commitment to personal and professional development. * Experience in administering and applying for formal Special Provisions (desirable). * Experience and knowledge of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data process. * Knowledge of special education laws. * Experience in successful classroom teaching practice. * Experience working with students who have a learning difficulty or disability. Essential Qualifications Qualification in education * Accredited with NESA * Working with Children check required * Qualification in Teaching English to speakers of other languages (e.g. TESOL) * Experience teaching EALD. Workplace Health and Safety All Danebank staff have a responsibility to comply with the School’s WHS policies, procedures and practices and contribute to a healthy and safe workplace culture. Child Protection Danebank is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child protection legislation and are responsible for ensuring that the School’s Child Safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child safe culture, adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, and keeping students safe from harm. The School has zero tolerance for child abuse. Classification Independent Schools (Teachers) CMEA 2025 (depending on experience and accreditation) Application Information Applications addressed to: Dr Michele Benn, Principal Email: employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au Mail: The Principal, Danebank School, 80-92 Park Road, Hurstville, 2220 Please complete the Application for Employment Teacher form, to be considered for this position. This form is available on the employment page of our website. www.danebank.nsw.edu.au/people/ Applications close Please refer to the job advertisement for details. NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may begin as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the closing date. Danebank is a member of the Anglican Schools Corporation Document Information Prepared by Deputy Principal Junior School Prepared date October 2024, reviewed Aug26 Approved by Principal Approved date Additional notes