EAL Program Lead

at  Melbourne Polytechnic

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A degree or Diploma relevant to courses offered with the department.
• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or a Certificate IV in Training andAssessment (TAE 40110) including Design and Develop Assessment Tools (TAEASS502)and Address Adult language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills (TAELLN411) or(TAELLN401A) Completion of a course of teacher training accredited at post graduate level which includes supervised teaching practice in an adult learning environment and studies in adult teaching methodology (Australian Qualification Framework Level 6).
• 5 years’ experience working within the relevant industry.
• A sound knowledge of the diverse areas within the Foundation Studies Department and abackground in an industry related to the departments offerings.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

To undertake a leadership role in activities associated with the development and administration of teaching programs and other educational services within the EAL area.
Provide Educational leadership to staff across department programs and support operational activities including quality assurance, student attendance, student progress and recruitment of students and staff.

DUTIES:

• Coordinate courses relevant to the department as delegated by the Manager.
• Monitor viability of classes
• Participate in the Course Standards process for student enrolment.
• Act on feedback given to improve student outcomes
• Provide educational leadership at a high level for staff and students within the program/s on educational related matters.
• Lead development and planning at the program level
• Teaching duties as required
  For a full list of key responsibilities and duties, please view the position description.