Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1547798
KSC 1 ¿ EAL and culturally responsive student support
Demonstrated understanding of the needs of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the capacity to support EAL learners to access, participate in and engage with learning.
KSC 2 ¿ Family and community engagement
Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with culturally and linguistically diverse families and communities and to strengthen communication and engagement between families and the school.
KSC 3 ¿ Communication and language capability
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with students, families, teachers, school leaders and community members.
KSC 4 ¿ Collaborative practice
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing while working within the responsibilities and professional boundaries of an Education Support employee.
KSC 5 ¿ Cultural knowledge and responsiveness
Demonstrated capacity to draw on cultural knowledge and perspectives to assist staff to better understand and respond to the experiences, strengths and needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students and families.
The Multicultural Education Aide (MEA) supports the engagement, learning and participation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, with a particular focus on students learning English as an Additional Language (EAL) and their families.
The MEA will work collaboratively with teachers, EAL staff, wellbeing and inclusion teams, school leaders and families to strengthen connections between students¿ language, culture, family and their experience of school. A central purpose of the role is to help ensure that teachers understand the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of EAL learners and are supported to respond effectively to their needs.
The MEA will also play an important role in strengthening relationships between the College and culturally and linguistically diverse families. This includes supporting families to understand school processes and expectations, facilitating everyday communication, supporting transition and enrolment, and helping families participate meaningfully in the life of the College.
The position combines student support, teacher support and family/community engagement and will be responsive to the changing needs of Staughton College's EAL student population.
Student learning and engagement
The Multicultural Education Aide will:
Family and community engagement
The Multicultural Education Aide will:
EAL program and whole-college support
The Multicultural Education Aide will:
Organisational responsibilities
The Multicultural Education Aide will:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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 (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
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 [email protected]
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.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
This is a Full Time position- 1.0 Time Fraction. Hours are 8:00am to 4:06pm (negotiable). School Holiday attendance may be required for up to 6 days across the year.
No formal qualification is required for appointment as an MEA.
The following would be highly regarded:
Relevant qualifications in education support, community services, youth work, EAL, interpreting/languages or a related area.
PREPARATION OF APPLICATION
Applicants should adhere to standard procedures for the submission of written applications. Applicants may prepare their applications in any form desired, but the following recommendations are provided to assist all candidates:
1. Responses to criteria MUST be no longer than 10 pages using a font no smaller than size 12.
2. Applications should include a CV containing at least your address and contact numbers (business and private), classification, current position, evidence of qualifications and WWCC number
3. Applications should address all five of the Key Selection Criteria.
4. Applicants may nominate up to three (3) referees. Nominated referees should be individuals who can make relevant comments regarding the applicant in relation to the Key Selection Criteria.
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More about our amazing school:
At Staughton College, we are deeply passionate about high-quality education and its positive impact on young people and their communities. For us, education is more than just imparting knowledge; it's about nurturing the whole individual, fostering a love for learning, and equipping students with the skills and values they need to succeed in life.
Over the past decade, our college has grown significantly, now serving over 1,800 students with a dedicated team of 200 staff members. Our community thrives on the belief that students excel when their learning and well-being are closely connected. We are committed to creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to become the best version of themselves.
Our guiding philosophy is grounded in equity of access and high expectations, ensuring that all children will learn and achieve their full potential. We ensure that all students leave Staughton College with a love of learning, a strong sense of self-worth, confidence, independence, risk-taking skills, and self-discipline. High expectations for learning and behaviour are tied to respect for the rights and responsibilities of all members of our community.
Staughton College is a place where students are empowered to be dynamic members of our community, actively participating in both classroom learning and extracurricular activities. Through our Staughton Student Matrix, we explicitly teach and acknowledge key positive behaviours that enhance learning, effort, and respect. As an accredited Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) school, we offer specialized pathways for highly able students, ensuring they receive the support and opportunities needed to excel.
A cornerstone of our philosophy is a staff culture that prioritizes strong relationships and open, meaningful conversations about what truly matters. This culture is not just a statement, it¿s something we live out every day. We consistently model and reinforce these values, ensuring we support one another while also holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards.
We believe that by investing in every staff member and supporting them in being their best, our students will be best placed to thrive. This commitment is reflected in the ongoing support and the many opportunities we provide for professional growth in teaching and leadership.
Our teaching staff use point-of-need data and assessments to plan personalized learning environments, effectively engaging students and meeting their unique needs. Our instructional model, based on the Marzano/Pollock GANAG framework, is used consistently across classrooms, ensuring deep learning. We also embrace a whole-school approach to curriculum development, where strong practitioners invest in writing robust curriculum frameworks, allowing teaching teams to focus on how to teach content effectively.
At Staughton College, we strive to exceed expectations, fostering a culture where everyone-students and staff alike-can grow, learn, and achieve excellence.