Multicultural Aide - Karen Speaking

Wyndham Central College has embarked on an ambitious educational improvement plan.   In January 2013 the College commenced the rebadging process with the new name and uniform, as well as a full curriculum review.

The Staff at Wyndham Central are committed to delivering a rigorous curriculum enhanced by the AVID program that aims to prepare students by developing a set of strategies to support their learning and chosen pathway. The college is the first school in Australia to achieve certification as an AVID school and is a highly certified site.

To further complement the academic program all students are provided with a pathways plan from Year 7 that requires commitment, reflection and regular consultation between student, tutor and family/guardian. This three-way partnership is crucial to the successful progress of all of the students at Wyndham Central.  Recent data sets in key areas have demonstrated significant improvement in line with the targets identified in the Strategic Plan and reflect the dedication and commitment by the staff.

Underpinning the educational improvement plan the College has completed a full rebuild/modernization of all of the facilities including the Trade Training Centre facilities in electro technology and plumbing.  The masterplan has delivered a Yr 7 Centre, Yr 8 & 9 Centre and a Senior Years Centre to accommodate the different priorities of the new innovative and challenging education programs.  A key showpiece is the ‘Science/ Stemnet’ Centre with outstanding facilities for both our secondary students and local network students along with a new Gymnasium/ Sports Centre and Auditorium.  Complementing the whole school rebuild/modernisation is the extensive active/passive landscaping plan.

Wyndham Central College is located in a high growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne and caters for students in Years 7 to 12 across the Wyndham district.   The Leadership Team comprises of the Principal Team, Leading Teachers - Year Level Leaders (Engagement & Wellbeing), English/ Literacy Leader, Mathematics & Numeracy Leader, Pathways & Transitions Leader, Language Immersion and Internationalism Leader, AVID Site Team Leader and Campus Manager.

Please ensure that you include as part of your application a full employment history.

SC1    Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.

SC3    Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.

SC4    Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.

SC5    A commitment to professional learning and growth.

Undertakes routine tasks that are usually 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.

Work has little scope for deviation. Problems can usually be solved by reference to well documented procedures and instructions and clearly established practices.  Deviation from established procedures will require reference to others for guidance and direction.  Assistance is readily available when problems arise.  An experienced employee at range 1 will exercise limited judgement within clearly defined guidelines and well established practices that relate specifically to the tasks performed.

Does not carry responsibility for the work of others.  More experienced employees will provide basic guidance and advice to others relating to tasks within the work area.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.  Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Qualification requirements do not operate at range 1.  Certification requirements may be required to legally perform specific tasks - e.g. driver's licence, first aid, safe food handling.

-    Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
-    Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
-    Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
-    Participate in team meetings.
-    Assist with toileting, meals, lifting, and administration of medication to students requiring special care.
-    Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
-    Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
-    Prepare basic curriculum support resources.
-    Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
-    Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
-    Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
-    Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
-    Assist in the translation of documents.
-    Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
-    Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
-    Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required.

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

The Department values diversity and is committed to workforce diversity and equal opportunity in schools and all education workplaces. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.

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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx

KAREN SPEAKING MULTI-CULTURAL AIDE

Areas of responsibility for the position will include:

• MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK KAREN

• providing cultural advice and information to other school personnel

• integrating EAL learners into school activities by helping them to understand school expectations and goals

• communicating class expectations, rules and homework requirements to students

• acting as a cultural bridge for students

• translating report comments

• assisting with the Enrolment process and completing Enrolment documentation

• supporting staff in dealing with student issues (such as Welfare, Speech Pathology)

• providing general bilingual support for teachers and students in the classroom

• informing others about curriculum content

• communicating students’ needs to teacher

• offering suggestions and advice to classroom teachers

• explaining concepts or instructions in the learners’ first language/s

• assisting with activities and excursions

• encouraging students to think independently

• encouraging students to listen

• encouraging students to research and complete tasks by themselves as much as possible

• following up observations on lack of student comprehension in the classroom

• encouraging positive behaviours in the school ground and in the classroom

• working with careers coordinators to help students understand the kinds of educational pathways open to them

• supporting students in:

  • Bridging Programs, ESL Classes, Year 7-8 Classes, Year 9-10 Classes, 11-12 VCE Classes, VET Classes, VCAL Classes

• supporting students in specialist classes such as: Science, Legal Studies, Mathematics, Technology & Trade classes (woodwork, metal work, automotive)

• calling parents on the telephone to follow up issues pertaining to students

• assisting parents in their contact with the school

• using word processing and the appropriate font, to present translated school notices

• assisting at Parent/Teacher Interviews

• assisting newly arrived families in their settlement into the new educational community

• translating basic school documents, notices and letters to parents

• 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 programs provided.