At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and assess English language skills to diverse learners in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Djerriwarrh Community College, a respected not-for-profit organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy attractive salary packaging and flexible part-time hours, including evenings.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team dedicated to community growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping others improve their language and literacy skills.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant teaching qualifications and experience in adult education.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services (Djerriwarrh) is a highly regarded not-for-profit charitable organisation which has been delivering high quality education, training, employment and youth programs in the western suburbs of Melbourne since 1989. Djerriwarrh’s purpose is ‘to support people and communities to learn, connect and grow’. Djerriwarrh has an inclusive, collaborative workplace culture.
The Djerriwarrh Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Business unit delivers a range of accredited training including the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) funded by the Department of Home Affairs and Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program funded by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, and the Skills First program funded through the Department of Education and Training, Victoria State Government. The EAL programs/courses assist participants develop settlement and language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills, with the expectation that such improvements will enable them to participate more effectively in the Australian community, further training or the labour force.
The objective of the EAL Teacher/Assessor role is to plan, deliver and/or assess quality accredited language, literacy and numeracy training at Djerriwarrh sites. AMEP and SEE deliver the Certificates in English as an Additional Language (EAL) aligned to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The EAL Teacher is responsible for the teaching, ongoing assessment and program development of the EAL Framework.
Skills/Qualifications:
- TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its equivalent or successor
- A diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education or vocational education and training
- A credential issued by a higher education provider which would enable the individual to satisfy the academic requirements for registration as a secondary school teacher in accordance with the registration requirements in at least one State or Territory in Australia, and one of the following credentials:
- TAESS00011/TAESS00019 – Assessor Skill Set
- TAESS00024 – VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set
- And one of the following:
- A four-year Bachelor of Education, with TESOL as a method
- A bachelor’s degree plus a Master of Teaching with TESOL as a method
- A bachelor’s degree plus Graduate Diploma of Education with TESOL as a method
- An undergraduate bachelor’s degree plus a postgraduate TESOL qualification at AQF 8 or above that includes a 22-day supervised teaching practicum in TESOL
Djerriwarrh is a Child Safe Organisation committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive and supportive environments. Successful applicants will be required to comply with Djerriwarrh’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and mandatory screening requirements.
Djerriwarrh actively encourages applications from Aboriginal peoples, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, gender and sexually diverse people and people with a disability.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher & Assessor – Sunshine in Melton employer: Djerriwarrh Community College
Djerriwarrh Community College is a highly regarded not-for-profit organisation that offers attractive salary packaging and promotes an inclusive, collaborative workplace culture. The college provides opportunities for professional growth through various educational programs and community services, making it an appealing employer for those passionate about community development and education.
Contact Details:
Djerriwarrh Community College Recruitment Team
