Teacher Aide - Emerald State High School

About the School

Emerald State High School is a dynamic Years 7 to 12 school committed to providing quality education in a safe, inclusive and caring environment. With a wide range of subject offerings and a dedicated Special Education Program, the school supports diverse learner needs and aspirations. Guided by the motto 'Every Student Has Success,' Emerald High focuses on delivering engaging, challenging learning experiences. Strong partnerships with families and the community help students reach their full potential, preparing them to become confident, capable global citizens with the skills and values to lead purposeful, meaningful lives.

About the Role

As a Teacher Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of quality education by working closely with teaching staff to assist with learning activities, classroom preparation, and student engagement. You will provide practical support to students both in and out of the classroom, including during playground supervision. The role involves working with students with diverse needs, supporting curriculum access, self-regulation, and personal care where required (training provided). You will demonstrate empathy, discretion, and strong communication skills, while working independently and collaboratively to achieve positive learning outcomes. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently are essential.

This is a permanent part-time role, working 60 hours per fortnight (0.79 FTE).

Your Responsibilities

As the Teacher Aide, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited 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 refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

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