Teacher Aide (Educational Interpreter - Auslan) - Indooroopilly State High School

Job Description

Teacher Aide (Educational Interpreter - Auslan) - Indooroopilly State High School Education (Organisation site)Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division Indooroopilly State High School invites applications from an enthusiastic and highly-motivated Educational Interpreter - Auslan Teacher Aide position. All applicants must have a high proficiency in Auslan. This role is being offered in a Part-time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight. The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. About the School: Our school is a co-educational institution with an excellent tradition and reputation for student success. We are a Council of International Schools Accredited Member and we seek to motivate and enthuse students to enjoy balanced academic, artistic, cultural, sporting, and community service experiences as they forge future pathways. About the Role: Indooroopilly State High School welcomes applications for this Educational Interpreter Teacher Aide (TAOO4) position. As an Educational Interpreter your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Interpret everything that is said in and outside the classroom environment and assist with the communicative needs of Deaf or Hard of Hearing students using Australian Sign Language (Auslan). Provide intervention to meet the spoken language or Auslan communication needs for Deaf or Hard of Hearing students within the class. Assist in the Deaf or Hard of Hearing student's understanding of the education program through teacher-directed tutoring. Prepare for interpreting by pre-reading appropriate materials such as lesson notes or vocabulary lists. Provide classroom and school-level support to enable an inclusive learning environment. Support class teachers and Teachers of the Deaf during classroom activities. Assist Deaf or Hard of Hearing students to develop confidence and independence. Maintain effective communication between students and teachers at all times. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees. Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet. #J-18808-Ljbffr