Inclusion Aide in Melbourne

McKinnon Secondary College is a Year 7 to 12 co-educational dual campus school with a student population of over 3100. Located in the south-east of Melbourne, the College was founded in 1954. The McKinnon Road Campus caters to Years 7, 10, 11 and 12, while the East Campus serves Years 8 and 9. McKinnon does not believe in a 'one size fits all' education and offers a positive, caring and safe learning environment in which all students can achieve success through its comprehensive and differentiated curriculum, and an extensive extra-curricular program.

The College has an instructional model that aligns with VTLM 2.0 and has a strong focus on explicit teaching. McKinnon Secondary College is an accredited school with the Council of International Schools and strives to prepare its students to thrive in a world which values interpersonal skills as much as academic excellence. McKinnon Secondary College lives by its motto 'Wisdom and Service' by actively promoting a culture that celebrates the achievement of excellence, values and respects individual diversity, and encourages participation by all members of the community.

Students at McKinnon are very conscious of the opportunities being offered to them and take pride in themselves and the College. Student voice is valued at the College as is student wellbeing. Student achievements are formally recognised and celebrated in College publications, at whole school assemblies, on the school’s website and at the annual Presentation Assembly. The College’s positive culture, high expectations and rigorous teaching and learning program have consistently translated into excellent VCE results, rating amongst the best in the State for a non-select entry school. These factors have maximised tertiary educational opportunities with over 95% of our students going on to study at university.

In addition, our VM and VPC programs provide an applied learning pathway for our senior students. Aside from a reputation for academic excellence, McKinnon also has well-regarded art, music and sporting programs, as well as an impressive array of extra-curricular offerings. Our students regularly participate in community events and festivals, and represent the school at regional, state and national level. The richness of the College program allows students to flourish as they pursue their particular interests and goals.

McKinnon has established itself as an IT leader in the education space, being recognised as Australia’s first Google Reference School. IT has become central to the school’s learning programs and administration. With the opening of the new campus, the school is further investing in STEAM-focused technologies. The College has always relied on the commitment of its parent body through which the school council has provided support for teaching programs and facilities.

With the addition of the new East Campus and the construction of the impressive new gymnasium at the McKinnon Rd Campus, the College has high-quality sporting facilities, a Lecture Theatre, and attractive ground spaces for students to socialise and be active. The McKinnon school community is determined to meet the challenges of the modern world with a continuing commitment to our core values.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member in a school setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs of students with disabilities across the school. A qualification in this area is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including teachers, parents and students.
• Demonstrated ability to take direction, to work with or without supervision, both in and out of the classroom.
• Ability to promote a safe and supportive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Work under the guidance of the Inclusive Education Manager and class teachers and provide them with student feedback as required.
• Support teachers in the delivery of education programs to students with disabilities and impairments to ensure that these students have access to and participate safely in school activities.
• Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
• Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
• Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
• Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary to keep the student on task.
• Participate in planning and preparation with teachers as required.
• Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
• Attend meetings to review a student's program.
• Implement activities and learning methods that will support the individual needs of the students.
• Prepare basic curriculum support resources as requested by the teacher.
• Work cooperatively with parents, teachers, students and members of the Learning Support team.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.

Other Information

Hours of attendance: 8:30am - 3.15pm across 4 days. Attendance at a 30 minute fortnightly team meeting is also required.