Selection Criteria

- SC1 Capacity and experience to support teachers and students within intensive EAL programs across all year levels (P-10) at the Mildura English Language Centre.
- SC2 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, families, and school community members from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- SC3 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and digital learning tools relevant to assisting students with English as an Additional Language (EAL).
- SC4 A commitment to professional learning and growth.
- SC5 Proficient reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in both English and an additional language/s.

Role

Additional hours that may be required by this position are subject to the DET Time In Lieu arrangement (9)(a). An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).



A role at this range may include: Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager. Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function. Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction. Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are explicit guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.



An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

Responsibilities Multicultural Education Aide

- Support student learning on an individual or group basis with direction from class teacher
- Translate communication between teachers and non-English speaking students in the classroom
- Support and translate communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents, e.g. during enrolment interviews and Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Assist in the translation of school documents and resources, including utilising phone interpreting services
- Prepare basic curriculum resources
- Assist school in liaising with external support service providers, teachers, students, and their families
- Support staff in student wellbeing
- Where possible provide teachers with insight into student’s cultural backgrounds and experiences
- Literacy in Arabic language or a combination of languages is desirable.

General Skills

- Organise and time manage oneself and tasks
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Take direction and work independently
- Communicate effectively with students, families and staff
- Foster positive relationships with all members of the

📌 -2 Multi-cultural Teacher Aide (Mildura)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Mildura