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EAL/D Teacher

  • 496631
  • Full Time
  • Closing at: Dec 8 2024 at 22:55 AEST
  • St Mary's CPS Orange

St Mary’s Primary School
Co-educational, years K-6
Permanent, Full Time Position (1.0FTE)
Commencing: Term 1 2025


About the Role
In recognition of the diverse needs of our school communities, we have an exciting opportunity for an EAL/D Teacher to join our team.

English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) teachers are employed to ensure identified students are provided with appropriate support to develop their English language and literacy skills to enable them to fully participate in schooling and achieve equitable educational outcomes.

The aims of the EAL/D teacher role in a Catholic school are to:

  • Work within school teams to assist classroom teachers to develop and effectively implement responses to support the curriculum learning needs of all EAL/D students.
  • Gather, analyse and use the EAL/D Learning Progressions to inform their practice, and plan, create and deliver effective and meaningful English language learning activities according to this document
  • Mentor, monitor and actively engage in the English language development and academic performance of EAL/D students.
  • Create a positive and engaging learning environment.

About You
We are looking for someone able to meet the following selection criteria:

  • Appropriate tertiary qualifications and registration to teach in NSW
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers, students and parents
  • An understanding of, and/or desire to learn about the EAL/D Learning Progressions
  • A willingness to engage in Professional Learning to develop best practice in education
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a variety of delivery models and modes of instruction
  • The successful applicant will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
  • Hold current TESOL qualifications or commitment to acquiring qualifications

About Our Offer

  • Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development
  • Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
  • An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development
  • Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks
  • Orange has a strong community spirit, with various local events, markets, festivals and fairs that bring residents together and contribute to a sense of belonging

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,900 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St. Mary's Catholic Primary School in Orange, NSW, is a faith-centered community dedicated to learning, justice, and love. Our Catholic identity is central, emphasising faith formation and practice. We offer a contemporary curriculum focused on academic excellence, supported by extensive digital resources and collaborative learning opportunities to encourage creativity and innovation. Students actively participate in co-curricular activities and social justice outreach. Our vibrant learning environment, including modern facilities and grounds, fosters happy learners.

Click here to find out more about St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Orange.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

  • An updated CV/Resume
  • A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
  • Contact details of appropriate referees
  • All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 8 December 2024

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Interested applicants are encouraged to have a conversation with the principal Ms Gayle Stratton 02 63627926 for further clarification of the nuances of this role.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

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