Academic Support – EAL/D Teacher, Senior School

Role Description
Academic Support – EAL/D Teacher, Senior School

Reports to
Head of Academic Support

Position: Permanent Full-time

Role Purpose
The role of the English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) Teacher is to assist students in the regular

EAL/D classes who require English language support. The main aim of the EAL/D support program is to promote the

successful acquisition of English language skills in order to foster effective communication and linguistic

competence.

Responsibilities
As a member of the Academic Support Department, the EAL/D Teacher reports to the Head of Academic Support.
You will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

• Conduct assessment of eligibility in the EAL/D program

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and

abilities of students

• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals, establish and communicate

clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units, and tasks

• Administer specialised EAL/D assessments

• Strive by instruction and action to employ the Fidelis model through instructional goals and objectives, and

performance expectations

• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide progress reports as required, and

communicate with teachers

• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of

students, including current technology and whole-group/small-group or individual learning

• Prepare for classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the Head of Academic Support

• Teach and plan lessons for the English Language Skills elective courses in Years 8 to 11

• Provide in-class support across different subject areas

• Manage allotted learning time to maximise student achievement

• Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings

• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth

• Participate in curriculum related and programming activities that are a part of the Academic Support Department

program

• Provide staff with relevant information about cultural and family backgrounds of EAL/D students (not International

Student status) in partnership with the Coordinator of International Students

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• Guide English Language Learners toward gaining knowledge and skills in order to become productive citizens by

increasing English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing

• Consult with classroom teachers and Heads of Department in regard to assessment tasks and examinations

• Work closely with class teachers on the development, implementation and evaluation of teaching programs

• Assist teachers to develop strategies that will enable students to reach a functional level of English language

literacy

• Create Learning Profiles for EAL/D students in consultation with Head of Academic Support.

• Liaise with the Registrar and Year Coordinators concerning the status and pastoral care of international students

in partnership with the Coordinator of International Students.

• Coordinate the study of students undertaking a language externally.

Identification of Students
Students are identified on enrolment or by teachers and referred directly to the EAL/D Teacher through defined and

structured procedure. An assessment is then given to highlight those areas of language skills where assistance is

needed, and a recommendation is made for future support.

• Relevant experience teaching EAL/D students

• A thorough understanding of the Australian Curriculum and a willingness to embrace Meriden’s inquiry learning

focus

• Innovative life-long learner

• Displays excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a high level of collaborative practice

• Positively contributes to and works as an effective team member

• Possesses a broad and deep understanding of current educational issues, curriculum development, and

pedagogical theory

• Represents the School proudly and appropriately, with high standards of speech and attire

• Displays clear and effective written and oral communication skills

• Demonstrates proficient ICT skills and expertise

• A willingness to embrace and enhance the Christian ethos and practice of Meriden, as an independent Anglican

School for girls

• Loyal to the Principal and publicly supportive of her decisions.

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