Emerald State High School is seeking a dedicated Teacher Aide to support student learning and assist teachers in delivering effective classroom programs.

This role contributes to a positive, inclusive environment and helps students achieve their best.

Apply now to support student success and make a meaningful difference.

This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.

Job details

Who We Are:

Our high functioning Teacher Aide team are integral in supporting our students with a wide range of academic, behavioural, social, emotional and health needs.  

We are an inclusive school that prioritises maximising every student's potential and guide them to achieve lives of meaning and purpose.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Training in health support needs will be provided

As a Teacher Aide you will be required to:

• Display respect and empathy for students with high level needs
• Support students in and out of the classroom, including during playground duty
• Display confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and their families
• Assist with personal care needs as required, including general health and safety of students - training will be provided
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and students to support positive outcomes
• Support students with self-regulation and curriculum access
• Support the use of reasonable adjustments for students with disability
• Proven ability to work independently, achieving quality work outcomes
• Demonstrated high-level communication skills
•  Efficient multi-tasking, time management and organisational skills

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

About You:

• Empathy
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality
• Reliability

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• 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 and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR687832_26P Role Description (PDF, 315KB)
  Role Description