At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a collaborative classroom environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic educational institution focused on inclusivity and growth.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and contribute to student success.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional development and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Experience or qualifications in education support preferred.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 $ per year.
Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
- Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function or the coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
- Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
- Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles requiring specific qualifications and/or training.
- Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles used to develop and adapt work methods.
- Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology.
Responsibilities may include:
- Providing routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
- Supporting communication between teachers and parents.
- Communicating with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities.
- Providing basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting.
- Communicating with students to support comprehension of basic tasks and information.
- Addressing immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure.
- Providing basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting.
- Supporting teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision.
- Providing medical intervention support to students, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.
- Providing specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Integration Teacher Aide in Warrnambool employer: Government schools
As a Learning Specialist at our school, you will join a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to fostering excellence in teaching and learning. We offer a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on student outcomes. Located in a diverse area, our school values inclusivity and provides a safe environment for both staff and students, ensuring that everyone can thrive.
