Teacher Aide - Yeronga State High School - Special Education Program

Queensland Department of Education; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 39.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Yeronga State High School, as part of the Queensland Department of Education, seeks a compassionate Teacher Aide to support students with disabilities. You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored programs, assistive technology, and behavior support in a diverse secondary school setting in Brisbane's inner south.

The role requires experience with students with disabilities, strong communication, and adherence to safety practices. Training in First Aid/CPR and a Blue Card is preferred.

Formación

• Experience supporting students with disabilities in a school setting.
• Ability to implement individualized learning strategies and behaviour plans.
• Familiarity with assistive technology used for communication and learning.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain.

Responsabilidades

• Assist classroom teachers in delivering individualized educational programs.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students.
• Support and facilitate use of assistive technology for communication.
• Implement and support behaviour management plans.
• Assist with personal care needs where required (toileting, mobility, feeding).
• Support students during excursions and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and staff to monitor progress.
• Maintain a safe and respectful learning environment.

Conocimientos

Individualized support

Assistive technology support

Behaviour management

Strong communication

First Aid & CPR

Educación

Certificate III in Education Support

Certificate IV in Education Support

Blue Card / Working with Children Check

Descripción del empleo

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Teacher Aides to join our high school community, providing tailored support to students with disabilities and in particular: physical impairment, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other disabilities.

This role is pivotal in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, ensuring all students have equal access to education.

This role will be supporting a high needs student with physical impairment which will also include toileting and helping with mobility around the school.

About us:

Yeronga State High School is a diverse and inclusive secondary school located in Brisbane's inner south, catering for students from Years 7-12.

Guided by its vision of 'Quality Pathways to Success', the school is committed to providing supportive learning environments where every student is encouraged to reach their potential.

Its Special Education Program focuses on inclusive education, individual learning needs and supporting students to access meaningful educational opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist classroom teachers in delivering individualized educational programs for students with diverse learning needs.


• Provide one‑on‑one and small group support to students, facilitating their participation in classroom activities.


• Supporting and assisting students who require assistive technology to communicate.


• Implement and support behaviour management strategies in line with individual student plans.


• Assist with personal care needs, including toileting, mobility and feeding, as required.


• Support students during school excursions and extracurricular activities.


• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other staff to monitor and report on student progress.


• Maintain a safe and respectful learning environment.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

• Relevant but not necessary: Certificate III or IV in Education Support or equivalent qualification.


• Experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting.


• Strong understanding of the needs of students with disabilities and in particular physical impairment, intellectual disabilities, ASD, and ADHD. This includes students who require assistive technology.


• Ability to implement individualized learning strategies and behaviour management plans.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Current First Aid and CPR certification.


• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain.

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.