Teacher Aide - Glenella State School

Queensland Department of Education; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A government educational institution in Mackay Regional is seeking a Teacher Aide to contribute to a positive school culture and support educational outcomes. Responsibilities include organizing activities, assisting teachers, and fostering relationships with students. This is a temporary part-time role (0.66FTE) with 50 hours every fortnight.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to foster a supportive and interactive environment.
• Experiences in conducting educational activities and programs.
• Clerical assistance and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support educational activities under the direction of a teacher.
• Organize materials for engaging playgroup activities.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Experience with Word and Canva

First aid knowledge

Job description

Glenella State School is seeking applications for a Teacher Aide to join the team. In this role, you will be driven to build a positive, welcoming, and supportive school culture. As a key member of the school support staff, you will work collaboratively within a team to ensure high-quality educational outcomes are achieved for students.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.66FTE), 50 hours per fortnight.

About The School

Glenella State School, established on 7 May 1879 and renamed in 1912, has a long and proud history. Located just 7km from Mackay's city heart, the school serves a growing inner suburb and offers a range of nearby facilities. Catering to students from Prep to Year 6, Glenella State School provides both multi-age and straight-year classrooms. While maintaining the qualities of a small school, we offer the programs and facilities found in larger schools. We value positive partnerships with our community and pride ourselves on our focus on environmental education. Our well-rounded approach ensures students thrive academically, culturally, and socially.

Your Responsibilities

As the Teacher Aide, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to work independently, design and conduct engaging playgroup activities and programs, consistently achieving positive outcomes
• Foster a supportive and interactive environment, while actively contributing to the community and building strong relationships
• Ensure that all necessary materials for activities are gathered, set up workspaces and coordinate activities
• Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under the direction of a teacher
• Working with small groups as well as individual students, conducting and recording intervention programs
• Communicating effectively and displaying high levels of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member
• Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs
• Clerical assistance and resourcing duties including but not limited to: duplicating/ photocopying teaching materials, laminating
• Experience with producing a range of documents using Word, Canva
• Provide first aid and support for medical needs as required, following school protocols
• Display confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and their families
• Assisting with playground duties

How to Apply

Interested applicants should:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history)
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description

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

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.