P-10 EAL Classroom Teacher - Broadmeadows Campus - Fixed Term 0.6FTE

Department of Education Victoria – Broadmeadows VIC

4d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Collingwood English Language School (CELS) is the major provider of the New Arrivals Program in the North Western Victoria Region. It is a Foundation to Year 10 multi-campus school, providing full time, intensive English Language courses for newly arrived migrants and refugees with campuses located in Collingwood, Broadmeadows and Craigieburn. The South Morang campus opened in July 2023 (Term 3).

We provide a protected, supportive and stimulating learning setting where students prepare for a seamless academic, social and cultural transition to mainstream school or other educational pathways. We also support families and guardians to understand and engage with our school community and the Victorian Education system.

Students attend the New Arrivals Program for intensive English as an Additional Language courses for 6 months if educational background is age equivalent. Students with disrupted schooling often attend for 4 terms. Assessment and reporting reflect this context.

The ratio of teachers to students is 13:1. Multicultural education aides support teachers, students and families.

Vision

We provide innovative, creative, high quality EAL teaching and learning programs. Our students have a sense of curiosity, resilience and are excited about their learning and preparation for mainstream school or further education, leading to improved academic and life chances.

At Collingwood English Language School

- We provide an exceptional English as an Additional Language program in a welcoming, caring, friendly,



collaborative and inclusive learning community
- We provide EAL leadership and advocacy
- Our EAL Specialist teachers provide high quality learning and teaching in a safe and supportive environment
- Our students are courageous and determined learners and become effective members of the school and wider community
- Our parents and guardians are active participants in their students learning and in the school community

Values

- Respect: for ourselves, each other and our environment
- Kindness: to others through compassion and celebrating success
- Learning: being ready to learn, do my best, be actively engaged, share ideas and welcome feedback. Seek support.

Collingwood Campus

Collingwood English Language School was established as a school in 1989. The Collingwood Campus is located in Cambridge Street, approximately one kilometre northeast of the city centre. This is the original campus.

Broadmeadows Campus

The Broadmeadows Campus is in Johnstone St, Broadmeadows and is part of the Dimboola Hub, sharing the oval with Broadmeadows Valley Primary School and Hume Central (Dimboola Rd Campus).

Craigieburn Campus

The Craigieburn Campus is located on Northleigh Ave, approximately two kilometres from the Craigieburn railway station and sits adjacent to Craigieburn South Primary School.

South Morang Campus





The South Morang Campus opened in July 2023 and is co-located with The Lakes South Morang College at 235 Gordons Road, South Morang.

Further Information

- School Strategic Plan 2022-2025 (https://www.collingwoodels.vic.edu.au/documents/CELS-School-Strategic-Plan-2022-2025.pdf)
- Annual Report (https://www.collingwoodels.vic.edu.au/documents/CELS_Annual_Report_2022.pdf)

Website

www.collingwoodels.vic.edu.au

School Contact

Catherine McMahon, Principal

Phone: 03 9419 7***

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 qualified learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

Role

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📌 EAL Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne