Teacher (V-EAL/D)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
English as Additional Language
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
18 May 2026
Posted 5 May 2026
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334
Total students
51%
Boys
49%
Girls
23.8
Teaching FTE
19.0
Non-teaching FTE
997
ICSEA value
45th percentile · Average SES
78%
EAL/D Background
2%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
V-EALD TEACHER
Position Details
Our Lady of Mercy Primary School is a vibrant Kindergarten to Year 6, double-stream, co-educational Catholic school in Girrawheen. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled V-EALD teacher to join our team in a unique and rewarding role.
This is an outstanding opportunity to broaden your experience, working across both a school and system context while supporting EAL/D learners to thrive. The successful applicant will deliver targeted, high-impact support through the Virtual EAL/D (V-EALD) Program, helping students develop Standard Australian English and access the full curriculum.
The role involves designing and delivering short-term, needs-based intervention via Teams. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, contribute to EAL/D planning and assessment (including Progress Maps), and support whole-school approaches to inclusive practice.
This position includes 0.8 FTE within the CEWA V-EALD team (supported by EAL/D consultants) and 0.2 FTE onsite at Our Lady of Mercy. There is flexibility within the role, with opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and system-wide collaboration.
The position is available immediately and is open to negotiation. Secondment opportunities are welcomed, with the potential for ongoing employment.
The successful applicant will deliver daily virtual lessons and:
• Have experience teaching EAL/D students in mainstream, IEC or intervention settings.
• Demonstrate inclusive, culturally responsive practice and understanding of migrant experiences.
• Show knowledge of second language acquisiti…
Position Details
Our Lady of Mercy Primary School is a vibrant Kindergarten to Year 6, double-stream, co-educational Catholic school in Girrawheen. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled V-EALD teacher to join our team in a unique and rewarding role.
This is an outstanding opportunity to broaden your experience, working across both a school and system context while supporting EAL/D learners to thrive. The successful applicant will deliver targeted, high-impact support through the Virtual EAL/D (V-EALD) Program, helping students develop Standard Australian English and access the full curriculum.
The role involves designing and delivering short-term, needs-based intervention via Teams. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, contribute to EAL/D planning and assessment (including Progress Maps), and support whole-school approaches to inclusive practice.
This position includes 0.8 FTE within the CEWA V-EALD team (supported by EAL/D consultants) and 0.2 FTE onsite at Our Lady of Mercy. There is flexibility within the role, with opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and system-wide collaboration.
The position is available immediately and is open to negotiation. Secondment opportunities are welcomed, with the potential for ongoing employment.
The successful applicant will deliver daily virtual lessons and:
• Have experience teaching EAL/D students in mainstream, IEC or intervention settings.
• Demonstrate inclusive, culturally responsive practice and understanding of migrant experiences.
• Show knowledge of second language acquisiti…