EOI - Teacher Aide - Mount Isa Special School

Queensland Government; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Isa Special School in Queensland is seeking a caring Teacher Aide to support students with diverse learning needs and participate in inclusive classroom activities.

You will assist with lesson preparation, everyday personal care, supervision and record-keeping, working closely with teachers, staff and families to promote safety, independence and a positive learning environment. This is a temporary part-time role (0.20FTE).

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Assist students with learning, communication and personal care needs.
• Promote student safety, wellbeing, independence and inclusion.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, breaks and excursions.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records.
• Prepare and maintain learning materials and equipment.
• Provide administrative support as required.
• Work collaboratively with staff and families while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow school policies, safety procedures and student support plans.

Job description

We are seeking a caring, patient, reliable and enthusiastic Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting students with diverse learning abilities and additional needs to achieve their educational, social, emotional and personal development goals.

As a Teacher Aide, you will work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to provide a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will assist with classroom activities, individual and small-group learning, personal care and the day-to-day wellbeing of students, helping them participate in school life and develop their independence.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.20FTE), 15.25 hours per fortnight.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us

Mount Isa Special School is set amongst the beautiful rugged red rolling hills with the industrial backdrop of a major Queensland mine operation. We are the most remote and rural special school in Queensland. Our school provides highly individualised programs based on the Australian Curriculum, for all students who are diagnosed with an intellectual disability and or multiple disabilities including physical, visual and hearing impairments and autistic spectrum disorders.

Mount Isa Special School is committed to ensuring all of our students have the opportunity to learn and achieve the highest outcomes they can in a personalised learning program drawn from all areas of the school curriculum. Our school delivers personalised curriculum and support for Prep - Year 12 students. Our students in Prep to Year 10 students access the Australian Curriculum at a different year level partial, or a highly individualised curriculum with support of the General Capabilities to access the curriculum. For our Year 11 and 12 students, they access learning via our Senior Schooling program that draws from the Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement.

Your Opportunity

• Contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers with the preparation and enhancement of learning materials and associated activities.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Assist students with learning, communication and personal care needs.
• Promote student safety, wellbeing, independence and inclusion.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, breaks and excursions.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records.
• Prepare and maintain learning materials and equipment.
• Provide administrative support as required.
• Work collaboratively with staff and families while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow school policies, safety procedures and student support plans.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group Education & Training