Education Assistant
Albany Middle School Campus
Part-Time (0.6) with potential to increase
Fixed-Term contract until 31/01/2020
Immediate Start
About Alta-1 College
Alta-1 College WA is an independent Christian, co-educational, CARE (Curriculum and Reengagement in Education) School of 800 students located in various locations across the state. The College caters for students between 12 and 18 years of age and provides students a pathway to complete secondary education.
Recognising that young people learn best when they feel connected and safe, Alta-1 delivers education in a small school environment while also delivering a well-developed therapeutic recovery model. This unique model provides an environment of belonging for the students encouraging them to acknowledge, confront and resolve negativity while engaging in a journey of healing, restoration, identity formation and purpose finding.
The College intentionally works with disengaged and disadvantaged young people who are considered educationally, behaviourally and socio-emotionally at-risk.
Alta-1 was started in Western Australia in 2004 and is now a multi-campus school with nearly all Alta-1 campuses deliberately utilising the premises of an existing church community. In May 2015 Alta-1 College QLD was established and currently services 50 students. Alta-1 College Western Australian has 19 campuses spread throughout the Perth metropolitan area, Great Southern and, recently, the Kimberley.
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate and talented Christian Education Assistant with a heart for at-risk young people. Students in Middle School are typically in Years 7 – 9. The successful applicant will join a highly positive team of educators and support staff. They will be responsible for supporting the teaching team in the areas of curriculum and support materials, assisting small groups of students with their education, personal recovery, social interactions, and class related administration.
Your role and responsibilities:
• Assisting the Campus Teacher and the Learning Support Teacher.
• Working with individuals and small groups of students to implement the tailored strategies under the guidance of the Learning Support Teacher and Campus Teacher.
• Extra curricula involvement
Please refer to the role description and selection criteria below for more complete details.
Essential requirements to be considered for the role
• To be a practicing Christian, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young people, with the capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• To have a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Please refer to the selection criteria document for the full list of essential requirements.
Benefits of working for Alta-1 College
• Salary packaging
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity for career progression
If you can see yourself becoming a member of the Alta-1 team and succeeding in this role then please apply. Applications must include a cover letter, a statement addressing the selection criteria, a current resume and a written reference from your pastor. You can find the full Job Description and selection criteria on our website - https://www.alta-1.com.au/employment/
Please submit applications via e-mail (preferred) to hr@alta-1.wa.edu.au or by mail to PO BOX 301, Joondalup DC 6919. Please address the application to the Great Southern Regional Principal, Mr Steve Sharp.
Application closing date is 4:00pm Sunday 23 August 2020.