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AMES Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands and waters where we live and work. We pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging.

*AMES Australia offers cultural, ceremonial, and representative leave to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in observing significant cultural practices, attending community meetings and ceremonies, and fulfilling official duties with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.

We are seeking applications for a full time maximum term Teacher to deliver relevant and engaging EAL tuition programs to AMES Australia's culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) adult learners.

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Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance

Cultural Diversity

Flare Employee Discounts Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• A recognised teaching qualification that includes an appropriate TESOL methodology strand or a degree or equivalent plus an appropriate postgraduate TESOL qualification (which must include at least 100 hours of TESOL methodology and a supervised practicum of at least 60 hours).
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or TAE40122)
• Knowledge of the principles of language pedagogy and adult learning and their application in the design of programs and learning activities that address the diverse learning backgrounds, needs and expectations of CALD clients
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of relevant accredited curricula and training packages, including familiarity with appropriate assessment strategies/tools and learning resources, and the ability to develop contextualised learning programs that achieve and document learner outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to assess language level and settlement/learning needs of students
• Ability to develop and use a broad range of teaching strategies and resources, including ICT, to foster independent learning and optimize learning outcomes for diverse learner groups
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of diverse CALD client communities, including their settlement experiences, needs and aspirations and awareness of agencies that support their broader settlement goals
• Working knowledge of the national training framework and quality management principles and systems
• Knowledge of OH&S principles and practice