**This role involves engaging with the EWNC Baal Vatika students by offering dance lessons (reflecting Nepali tradition and culture) and other appropriate extracurricular activities. The role starts from Term 1 (starts on Saturday, 4 Feb 2023). **

• Classes run for 1.5 hours ( two 40 mins sessions for each group with 10 mins interchange with another teacher). Class hours are 10.30 am to 12 noon on Saturdays during the Victorian school term.

• Intending to increase the class hours to 2.5 hours from term 2 (in 3 months)

• In each group, you will have up to 20-25 kids to engage through your teaching methods

• Teachers may also be supported by other volunteers.

• Role is suitable for candidate who lives locally and loves dancing to Nepali tunes.

• The ideal candidate will have other means to support themselves and is looking at this opportunity to engage with their passion for dance and network and connect with the Nepali professional diaspora, to seek further opportunities to enhance their career in their preferred field.

**About EWNC

EWNC was established in 2017 with the aim to create a forum for individuals and families of Nepali origin residing in Epping and Wollert in Victoria.

Our organisation aims to fulfill the following purposes.

Foster kinship and sense of belonging among persons of Nepali origin residing in the Epping-Wollert area. This is achieved by engaging the Nepalese community to work collaboratively to preserve the traditional language and culture.

Foster community connections between the broader Whittlesea community and residents of Epping and Wollert with Nepalese heritage through information exchange, education, dialogue, and celebration of cultural events.

Conduct activities to uplift the capabilities of the migrant Nepali community residing in the area.

Promote the interest of people of Nepali origin and advocate on behalf of Nepali migrants and their children.

About EWNC Baal Vatika

EWNC Baal Vatika is our community school that conducts the Nepali language and performing art classes for children from the ages of 4 and above. The school is run entirely by volunteers and contribution received from parents is used to create an optimum & viable environment to conduct regular classes. Classes run everyday Saturday at Galada Community Centre throughout the Victorian School term.

At present, EWNC Baal Vatika is equipped to cater to the needs of up to 50 children in diverse age groups. Two classes are conducted concurrently in two separate rooms to ensure learnings are tailored to the capacity of intended audiences.

Our advanced curriculum is engaging and allows for in-depth cultural awareness in relaxed settings. We strongly believe our teaching methods will equip our students with the right level of confidence, as they strive to learn and contribute as valuable members of the Australian Community.

If you did have any questions about our organization or the role, please don't hesitate to contact EWNC Baal Vatika co-ordinator Rajjan Chitracar on 0478 788 902