AddressMinarah College is an independent, co-educational Islamic School catering to grades K-12. We’re located in Green Valley in Sydney’s South West with plans for continued expansion.
At Minarah College, we are focused on fostering a collaborative and productive working environment for our staff, a superior learning experience for our students, and an environment in which our students, parents, staff, and key stakeholders can work synergistically to achieve excellence. Our organisational values are respect, ownership, caring, knowledge, and safety.
At Minarah College, we are committed to achieving quality in all aspects of our offering: we are constantly innovating. We strive for excellence in our students not only academically, but as future leaders and global citizens in our community. In addition to an impeccable education, we offer our students extensive academic support, a plethora of cocurricular opportunities, a rigorous religious curriculum, and access to the latest in education technology in every classroom.
Why work for Minarah College?
You will be joining Minarah College at a time of rapid growth and innovation.
Our school has undergone a rebrand and a complete digital learning transformation over the past two years and we have no intention of slowing our progress.
As a valued member of our team, you’ll have access to:
- A Generous Resource Budget
- Professional Development Allowance
- Competitive Salary and Salary Packaging
- On-site Parking
- An Employee Assistance Program
- Assistance with Accreditation
- Ergonomic working environment
- The latest Microsoft Teacher Devices
About the role
Minarah College is seeking applications from experienced, high-quality educators to develop and provide support and evidence-based intervention programs for a small number of English as a Second Language (ESL) students. The priority is supporting identified students to develop their level of English language proficiency to access and find success in mainstream academic programs. Support is delivered across Years Kindergarten to Twelve utilising different approaches (e.g. small group; 1:1; in-class).
Please note the School reserves the right to alter this position description based on operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the initial and ongoing assessment of ESL students in terms of their English language acquisition, and planning appropriate interventions and pedagogical approaches;
- Provide professional advice and professional development for teaching staff to develop their effectiveness in meeting ESL student requirements;
Deliver targeted teaching intervention for students at particular levels of ESL need and communicate the nature and outcomes of this instruction to teachers and parents; - Pursue professional development opportunities in order to keep abreast of changes in the ESL and broader educational field;
- Communicate effectively with teaching colleagues, parents, students and administrative staff; and
- Carry out reporting and other administrative duties appropriate to a teacher in an effective and efficient manner.
Essential Sills & Requirements
- Appropriate teaching qualifications and full registration with the NESA;
- Experience in ESL teaching (ESL qualifications are a must); and
- Ability to understand and respond to the learning requirements of students in relation to second and subsequent language learning with high levels of professionalism.
- Ability to maintain a Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Ability to maintain an NSW Police Check
Desirable:
- Previous experience with Microsoft 365, SMART Boards, and Lumio in a classroom setting will be highly regarded.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 21 June 2024.
We reserve the right to close this job ad early and appoint a suitable applicant to this role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Application Process
If you believe you possess the necessary qualities and commitment for this position, you are invited to apply. Completed applications should comprise of:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- A supporting statement outlining your suitability for the position.
- Any other information you consider relevant to support your application.
Please apply be emailing: ***********@minarah.nsw.edu.au
All applications should be addressed to:
The Principal
Minarah College
264 Wilson Road
Green Valley
NSW 2168.
