Classroom Education Support Officer (R-2)

Cedar College, SA

Cedar College is an R-12 co-educational Christian school, situated in the suburb of Northgate, South Australia, 8 km north-east of the Adelaide CBD.

For 25 years, Cedar College has encouraged students in Primary and High School to Discover Jesus – as we value Christ as the foundation for real life, Display Love – in a supportive community with genuine relationships, and Develop Self – through our high standards in education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a passionate Education Support Officer (ESO) who will hold close to the values of Cedar College and will work collaboratively with the classroom teacher, the Inclusive Learning Team and the Primary CLIC Coordinator.

Position Title: Classroom Education Support Officers (R-2)
Commencing: 20/01/2025
Type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours of Work: 19-22.5 hours per week over 5 days (Negotiable for the right person)
Reports to: Primary School Leadership
FTE Salary: Commensurate with qualifications & experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, the ESO will partner with classroom teachers and our Cedar Learning Inclusion Centre (CLIC) team to implement early intervention in literacy and numeracy and tailor support to each child’s specific needs. This may be delivered in one-on-one, small group or through class assistance.

DETAILS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION:

At Cedar College, we believe that children are created in the image of God and therefore are valued as unique and capable individuals, full of potential.

Our teachers and support staff are responsible for creating welcoming learning environments that are positive, supportive and engaging. We want all our students to feel comfortable and safe, and to have the opportunity to learn and grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

With a strong focus on building relationships, our students develop a sense of community and belonging that will support them in maximising their learning outcomes. Our support staff work alongside teachers to support students to experience learning in a way that meets their needs, helping them to become independent learners who develop a love of learning.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND CHECKS:
Certificate III in School-Based Education Support (or higher); a current Working with Children Check, Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) and RRHAN-EC training (Responding to the Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care training) prior to commencing employment at Cedar College.

Personal Requirements:

• Demonstrate a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, and the philosophy of Christian Education, and be actively involved in your local church.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the spectrum of learning difficulties and an awareness of the types of adjustments required to support
  students.
• Be reliable and responsible in building trust within the Cedar community and acting with excellence and integrity.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with students and colleagues in a positive, sensitive and respectful manner.
• Ability to model and develop positive relationships with students and foster their social and emotional development.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will need to request a Job Description and an application form, which can be obtained by calling (08) 261 3377 or by emailing employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au. Once completed, please send your cover letter, resume, and application form to employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au.

Applications Close: 9 am, Monday November 25, 2024

Visit the Cedar College website for more information.