Learning Support Assistants Large multi-campus Christian school Leongatha location Casual or part-time, fixed-term positions Chairo Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school with 1,900 Kinder to Year 12 students attending five picturesque campuses in West and South Gippsland, the Latrobe Valley and the south-eastern outskirts of Melbourne. Our mission is to provide excellence in Christ-centred education in partnership with families within a caring Christian community. In doing this, we aim to prepare students thoroughly for further study, careers, service and life in general. We are currently seeking the services of one or more Learning Support Assistants to work at our Leongatha campus, commencing in July this year. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a caring Christian environment and provide important assistance to the students and teaching staff in delivering high-quality care and Christian education to students requiring support for their specific learning needs. Some key responsibilities will include the following: Providing a godly example to students and fellow staff members through their practice, manner, relationships and general lifestyle Liaising with subject teachers about students and curriculum requirements Assisting students with special needs in the classroom and in private study, as well as exam or testing situations Maintaining appropriate records with regards to learning support activities and programs Attending camps and excursions with students if required Preparing resources to support student learning Providing general support to teachers in the classroom Providing feedback to the classroom teacher with regards to a student’s academic and social progress The successful candidate/s will have the following: Demonstrated commitment to the school’s Statement of Faith Qualifications and experience in learning support or related fields (desirable) Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Good computer literacy skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team The safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all our students is a high priority. As part of our recruitment process, Chairo undertakes rigorous reference and background checking including, Working with Children and Police Record checks. Before applying, applicants are requested to review Chairo’s Child Safety booklet. An online application can be completed and submitted, together with a covering letter and resume, by clicking on the 'Apply' button below. For more information, please visit www.chairo.vic.edu.au/careers . The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 June. Click here for Position Description
