Teacher Aide - Secondary Learning Enhancement

Job Description

THE POSITION The Moreton Bay College is seeking a Teacher Aide to work in our Secondary Learning Enhancement Team 2 days per week. This position involves the direct support of students in the Secondary School.All staff are appointed by the CEO & Executive Principal of MBC and MBBC and they are responsible to him for the overall performance of their duties.The CEO & Executive Principal delegates his authority to senior staff members for the effective management of the College. This role will report directly to the Secondary Learning Enhancement Coordinator.All staff need to be supportive of the values, Christian ethos and Ethical Statement of this Uniting Church day school for girls from PP-12. Duties And Responsibilities The Teacher Aide will be required to: Work as part of a team together with teachers, administrators and specialist advisors to support students with specific learning needs. Work with small groups as well as individual students. Assist students with educational activities provided by teachers. Contribute to Individual Education Programs for students. Attend planning meetings with staff and parents of students with specific learning needs. Maintain student anecdotal records for use in reviewing students’ development. Provide assistance with administrative duties. Care for specialised equipment required by students or teachers. Support and encourage students to develop independence. SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Ability to support students with English and Humanities subjects. Demonstrate patience and a caring attitude. Communicate effectively and display a high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member. Demonstrate confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and their families. Work closely with individual students. Understand the requirements of special needs students. Display empathy to the needs and abilities of students and parents. Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in performance of duties. Support the values and Christian ethos of this Uniting Church College. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Certificate III in Education Support is desirable. Experience working with ascertained children. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Working with Children Suitability Card is essential. First Aid Certificate is desirable. WORK ENVIRONMENT Office and classroom environments with some travel accompanying students around and off-campus. The Teacher Aide is resourced with a desk, computer, and a shared prep/classroom. CONDITIONS AND SALARY 14 hours per week, Term-time only. This is a part-time position, School Officer Level 3 as per the Moreton Bay College Enterprise Agreement. Sick Leave entitlement of pro-rata 10 days annually. Long Service Leave entitlement of pro-rata 1.3 weeks for each year of service, which can be taken after 7 years. The College contributes superannuation on behalf of the employee as per the Moreton Bay Enterprise Agreement. APPLICATION Suitable applicants should apply by submitting ONE PDF DOCUMENT combining each of the following: a covering letter that addresses the selection criteria above and a statement of reasons why you are applying for this position. a complete and current CV that clearly provides detail about each of the following: current employment details significant relevant and recent professional development membership of relevant professional associations, committees and learned societies any additional information you may wish to submit the names and contact details of three professional referees A statement that best describes your right to work in Australia Please note: All applicants must declare:Any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions that would prevent you from performing this role. Any convictions of any criminal offences. That all information supplied is accurate and complete. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 9AM TUESDAY, 4 MARCH 2025 Please note: Only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted after the closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr