EAL Classroom Primary

EAL Classroom Primary / Secondary Teacher at Wodonga Campus Department of Education Victoria – Wodonga VIC 10d ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria Blackburn English Language School (ELS) has been operating for over 30 years and provides full time, intensive English courses for both primary and secondary newly‑arrived migrants, refugees and international students. The students usually enrol in our program prior to their enrolment in a mainstream school or further education. The school has three campuses: one in Burwood East (Whitehorse Campus), a second in Croydon North (Maroondah Campus) and a third in Wodonga (Wodonga Campus). Values Future Making Building Communities Purpose A focused learning environment that supports all students to reach their potential in English language development and prepares them for the academic, behavioural and social challenges of mainstream schools or alternative learning pathways. A school environment that encourages students from a range of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to become confident and active participants in the wider Australian community. A supportive and stimulating work environment for all staff that encourages commitment, innovation and excellence. Learning opportunities for newly arrived families that broaden their knowledge of the Victorian schooling system and prepare them for involvement in the school community. Professional learning opportunities for mainstream school staff to support newly arrived and EAL students in mainstream schools across the NEVR. Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs. SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents. SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement. SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching. SC6 Specialist knowledge of TESOL pedagogy or experience or expertise in teaching EAL. Role The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges – range 1 and range 2. The primary focus is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programmes to achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers engage in critical reflection and inquiry to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and enhance their learning. As teachers gain experience, their contribution to the school programme beyond the classroom increases. Classroom teachers may be required to undertake additional duties if appropriate to their salary range, qualifications, training and experience. Range 2 Responsibilities Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students. Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers to engage in critical reflection and expand staff capacity. Provide expert advice on content, processes and strategies that shape individual and school professional learning. Supervise and train one or more student teachers. Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that achieve targets related to improving student learning outcomes. Range 1 Responsibilities Further develop skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance. Teach a range of students/classes and be accountable for the effective delivery of their programmes. Participate in the development of school policies and programmes and assist in implementing school priorities. Focus on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. Receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels. Plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and participate in induction and professional learning activities that integrate curriculum, assessment and pedagogy. Assist in policy development, project teams and organisation of co‑curricula activities. Responsibilities (General) Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum programme within the school. Undertake other classroom teaching‑related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal. Participate in activities such as parent/teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps and excursions. Undertake other non‑teaching supervisory duties. Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability. Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au. Applicants 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. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: Other Information Blackburn English Language School operates campuses in Whitehorse, Maroondah and Wodonga. Staff may be requested to work at any campus and work across campuses located in Melbourne. In 2026 this position is for Wodonga campus, which is situated at the Wodonga Middle Years College, Wodonga. 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 programmes will be provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Qualification Requirements To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class: The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. If the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education programme that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programmes in Australia: Standards and Procedures'. A person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE programme completed by the person). Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools. #J-18808-Ljbffr