We are seeking a caring, patient, reliable and enthusiastic Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting students with diverse learning abilities and additional needs to achieve their educational, social, emotional and personal development goals.

As a Teacher Aide, you will work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to provide a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will assist with classroom activities, individual and small-group learning, personal care and the day-to-day wellbeing of students, helping them participate in school life and develop their independence.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.20FTE), 15.25 hours per fortnight.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About us:

Mount Isa Special School is set amongst the beautiful rugged red rolling hills with the industrial backdrop of a major Queensland mine operation.  We are the most remote and rural special school in Queensland.  Our school provides highly individualised programs based on the Australian Curriculum, for all students who are diagnosed with an intellectual disability and or multiple disabilities including physical, visual and hearing impairments and autistic spectrum disorders.

Mount Isa Special School is committed to ensuring all of our students have the opportunity to learn and achieve the highest outcomes they can in a personalised learning program drawn from all areas of the school curriculum.  Our school delivers personalised curriculum and support for Prep - Year 12 students.  Our students in Prep to Year 10 students access the Australian Curriculum at a different year level partial, or a highly individualised curriculum with support of the General Capabilities to access the curriculum.  For our Year 11 and 12 students, they access learning via our Senior Schooling program that draws from the Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement. 

Your opportunity:

• Contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers with the preparation and enhancement of learning materials and associated activities.

Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Assist students with learning, communication and personal care needs.
• Promote student safety, wellbeing, independence and inclusion.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, breaks and excursions.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records.
• Prepare and maintain learning materials and equipment.
• Provide administrative support as required.
• Work collaboratively with staff and families while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow school policies, safety procedures and student support plans.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description 

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

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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.

• NQR705051_26E - Role Description (PDF, 303KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants