<p><strong>Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Bathurst</strong><br><strong>Co-educational, Years K-6</strong><br><strong>Permanent, Part time Position (0.8 FTE)</strong><br><strong>Commencing: Term 1 2025</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong><br>In recognition of the diverse needs of our school communities, we have an exciting opportunity for an EAL/D Teacher to join our team.</p><p>English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) teachers are employed to ensure identified students are provided with appropriate support to develop their English language and literacy skills to enable them to fully participate in schooling and achieve equitable educational outcomes.</p><p>The aims of the EAL/D teacher role in a Catholic school are to:</p><ul><li>Work within school teams to assist classroom teachers to develop and effectively implement responses to support the curriculum learning needs of all EAL/D students.</li><li>Gather, analyse and use the EAL/D Learning Progressions to inform their practice, and plan, create and deliver effective and meaningful English language learning activities according to this document</li><li>Mentor, monitor and actively engage in the English language development and academic performance of EAL/D students.</li><li>Create a positive and engaging learning environment.<br><br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>About You (Selection Criteria)</strong><br>We are looking for someone who can meet the following selection criteria:</p><ul><li>Appropriate tertiary qualifications and registration to teach in NSW</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers, students and parents</li><li>An understanding of, and/or desire to learn about the EAL/D Learning Progressions</li><li>A willingness to engage in Professional Learning to develop best practice in education</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a variety of delivery models and modes of instruction</li><li>The successful applicant will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers</li><li>Hold current TESOL qualifications or commitment to acquiring qualifications<br><br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>About Our Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Positive, engaging, and supportive culture</li><li>An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development</li><li>Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks</li><li>The benefit of regional life, situated just over 2 hours from Sydney</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/bathurst-area/bathurst">Click here to find out more about Bathurst, NSW.</a></p><p><br><strong>About Us</strong><br>Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.</p><p>Cathedral School is a school community in the Catholic tradition, founded in faith, challenged by gospel values, striving for a standard of excellence in all areas of school life. Situated on-site of the first Catholic Church built in Bathurst, holds an amazing reputation as an excellent school in the Bathurst region. As the oldest Catholic School west of the mountains, Cathedral Catholic Primary School are proud of our rich learning community created for all students. We strive to work closely with parents to ensure all our students are given every opportunity to achieve their full potential.</p><p><a href="https://cathedralbathurst.catholic.edu.au/">Click here to find out more about Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Bathurst.</a></p><p><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:</p><ul><li>An updated CV/Resume</li><li>A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement</li><li>Contact details of appropriate referees</li><li>All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)</li></ul><p><strong>Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on Friday 13th December, 2024</strong></p><p><i><u>Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!</u></i></p><p><strong>A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.</strong></p><p>Further details of this position can be obtained by emailing the Principal Camille Da Silva Tavares c.dasilvatavares@bth.catholic.edu.au or contacting the school on 02 6331 1845.</p><p><i>CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.</i></p><p><i>A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.</i></p><p><i>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.</i></p><p><i>Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.</i></p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1040/tn/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/496707/eald-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>