Role Description/Criteria
St Marianne Cope Catholic Primary School, Mt Atkinson, is seeking an enthusiastic and fluent Italian Language Coach to join our team in 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to help establish a new language program in a vibrant and growing Catholic school community.
About the Role
We are introducing Italian as our additional language and are looking for a confident and proficient Italian speaker to work one day per week, supporting teachers and students in learning and using the language. This position does not require a teaching qualification, making it ideal for:
- A university student studying education or languages, or
- A fluent Italian speaker seeking rewarding part-time work in a school environment.
As our Italian Language Coach, you will work collaboratively alongside classroom teachers, supporting the acquisition of Italian and fostering a love of language and culture among students. Our approach is not simply cultural - students and teachers are co-learners, and your fluency will be vital to bringing Italian to life across the school.
About You
The successful applicant will:
- Be fluent in spoken and written Italian
- Have a sound understanding of Italian culture, traditions, and celebrations
- Be an enthusiastic and motivating coach, able to inspire students and staff
- Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, working respectfully with students, colleagues, parents, and community members
- Be flexible, positive, and collaborative, embracing the dynamic nature of a new and growing school community
Our Commitment
At St Marianne Cope, the care, safety, and wellbeing of children are central to everything we do.
All staff are expected to uphold our Child Safe Policy and Staff Code of Conduct, and demonstrate a commitment to the Catholic ethos and the vision of our school.
Position Details
- Type: Fixed-term contract (commencing 2026)
- Hours: 1 day per week (Monday), with potential for increased days as the school grows
- Location: St Marianne Cope Catholic Primary School, Mt Atkinson (Truganina)
Application Requirements
Please include:
- A cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role
- Your CV
- Contact details for at least two referees, including your current Principal (if applicable)
Application Procedures
Please include a cover letter, a current CV and 2 referees, one being your current/recent principal/employer.听
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