Indigenous Education Aide - Student Support & Literacy

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Toolooa State High School in Rockhampton, Australia, is seeking a Teacher Aide (Identified) to assist and support teachers with learning materials and activities. The role focuses on improving Indigenous student outcomes and providing resources for Cross-cultural awareness to the school community.

Key responsibilities include assisting with sporting activities, excursions, supervision, record-keeping, and promoting welfare and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting teachers and students in an educational setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students with sporting activities and excursions.
• Communicate effectively and demonstrate high interpersonal skills as a team member.
• Develop activities to promote partnerships within the community under appropriate supervision.
• Maintain anecdotal records for student development reviews.
• Show confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and families.
• Supervise education activities and assist with playground/bus supervision.
• Contribute to student welfare, health and safety; administer first aid where trained.
• Assist students to locate reference materials and support scholarships applications.
• Support Literacy and Numeracy: provide learning materials and small/individual groups.
• Support cross-cultural understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures.

Job description

Toolooa State High School in Rockhampton, Australia, is seeking a Teacher Aide (Identified) to assist and support teachers with learning materials and activities. The role focuses on improving Indigenous student outcomes and providing resources for Cross-cultural awareness to the school community.

Key responsibilities include assisting with sporting activities, excursions, supervision, record-keeping, and promoting welfare and safety.