Learning Enhancement Aide

Kinross Wolaroi School; Orange City Council; Presencial; AUD 39 000 - 52 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Equal opportunities employer

Professional development encouraged

Resumo da oferta

Kinross Wolaroi School in Orange, NSW, is seeking a Learning Enhancement Aide to assist the Junior School Learning Enhancement Team. You will identify and implement classroom adjustments and strategies to meet diverse learning needs and help students with disabilities engage in all aspects of schooling life.

The role is permanent, part-time (25 hours/week, 8:00am–1:00pm). A Certificate IV in School Based Education Support and a Working with Children clearance are required; applications are by

Qualificações

• Certificate IV in School Based Education Support or equivalent
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Experience providing literacy and numeracy support
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and external providers

Responsabilidades

• Work with the Junior School Learning Enhancement Team
• Implement adjustments, programs and activities for students’ learning needs
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy intervention programs (e.g., MiniLit, MacqLit, Maths Mastery) as trained
• Support students in classroom settings individually and in small groups
• Maintain records of student participation and progress
• Provide feedback on student progress to the Coordinator and teachers

Conhecimentos

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Record keeping

Communication

Formação académica

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Learning Enhancement Aide (LEA) assists the Junior School Learning Enhancement Team to identify, resource and implement appropriate academic and co-curricular adjustments and classroom strategies to meet the learning needs of students. The primary goal of the LEA is to ensure that students with a disability are academically and socially supported to engage with and have the opportunity to enjoy all aspects of schooling life.

Key responsibilities

Work collaboratively as a member of the Junior School Learning Enhancement Team

Undertake duties as directed by the Coordinator of Learning Enhancement

Work collaboratively with teachers and relevant staff to implement adjustments, programs and activities that respond to students' individual learning needs

Support students in classroom settings, individually and in small groups, under the direction of the classroom teacher or Coordinator of Learning Enhancement

Deliver approved targeted literacy and numeracy intervention programs, including MiniLit, MacqLit and Maths Mastery, where appropriately trained and directed

Assist students to develop literacy, numeracy, organisational and independent learning skills

Support students to access and participate in academic, social and co-curricular activities

Maintain accurate and objective records of student participation, progress and support provided

Provide regular feedback to the Coordinator of Learning Enhancement and relevant teachers regarding student progress

Develop positive and professional working relationships with students, staff, parents and external providers

About you

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, or an equivalent relevant qualification

Demonstrated experience supporting students with diverse and additional learning needs

Experience providing individual and small-group literacy and numeracy support

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with effective written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents and relevant external providers

Understanding of child protection obligations, workplace health and safety requirements and the Disability Standards for Education 2005 (Cth)

Knowledge of a range of additional learning needs, or a demonstrated willingness to develop this knowledge

Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and manage sensitive student information with discretion and confidentiality

Commitment to ongoing professional learning and the implementation of evidence-informed student support practices

Working with Children Clearance required before commencement of duty

About us

Kinross Wolaroi School is a co-educational, independent day & boarding school of the Uniting Church. The School has a proud tradition of educating young people in its regional context and has been doing so for more than 140 years. With a strong history of excellent academic results along with a diverse co-curricular program, Kinross Wolaroi School is a non-selective school with approximately 1,000 students enrolled (including more than 330 boarders in Years 7 to 12), located in the regional city of Orange, NSW.

What we offer

Kinross Wolaroi School offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where staff are valued and professional development is encouraged. We provide the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people within a caring school community. Staff enjoy access to school facilities and are part of a team committed to student success and wellbeing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Employment will be offered on a permanent, part-time basis, with the start date to be negotiated. The role entails working (5) five days per week, from 8:00am to 1:00pm, totalling 25 hours per week.

Applications will be accepted by email only.

Further Information

For further information, including a candidate information pack, please visithttps://www.kws.nsw.edu.au/about/employment-opportunities