Learning Assistant

St Edward's College (see more jobs from this school)

East Gosford, NSW 


Diverse Learning / Special Needs

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.80 FTE)

Applications Close: 25 November 2024


Permanent Part Time Position (4.5 days per week) Commencing Term 1, 2025

<p><i>St Edward’s College is an all-boys Catholic Independent School on the Central Coast of NSW with an enrolment of 1,000 students in Years 7 to 12. The College is governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) and provides a wonderfully rich and liberating education that fosters student spirituality and promotes the values of inclusivity, justice and solidarity. The College is driven by staff who are committed to making a difference in the education of boys. Staff are creative, innovative and motivated to establish a learning environment that challenges, nurtures and inspires young men to achieve their personal best.</i></p><p>The Learning Assistant works closely with teachers and the Leader of Diverse Learning in delivering educational programs that support the development of literacy, numeracy and oral skills in an inclusive learning environment. The Learning Assistant plays a key role in supporting students and teachers in the effective functioning of a classroom through the application of a range of principles and processes designed to facilitate student learning in a caring environment.</p><p>We are looking for someone with strong communication and teamwork skills with a willingness to take on challenges and the capacity to contribute to an educational community filled with energetic and committed educators. If you have qualifications and experience in supporting student learning growth and in developing and implementing strategies to allow students to access the curriculum, along with an interest in the use of technology to support student learning then you are the type of professional that we are looking for.</p><p>For further information, including how to apply and a position description, visit <a href="https://www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au/our-college/employment/positions-vacant/" rel="nofollow">www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au</a>.  St Edward’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.</p><p>All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.  </p><p><strong><u>Please ensure your application follows the process outlined on the College website. </u></strong><br /><strong><u>Applications close at 3:00pm on Monday 25 November, 2024. </u></strong></p>