Role Description/Criteria
We are seeking enthusiastic and energetic Learning Assistants.
Applicants will possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collaborative approach to teaching and learning and wellbeing.
This position is a part time position and hours may be negotiated.
Role description:
• To enable students with additional needs to experience success, enjoyment, co-operation, respect, independence and responsibility for their learning
• Provide direct or indirect services to students, assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas
• Work under the supervision of a teacher, school leader or the Principal who has the ultimate responsibility for the design, implementation, and evaluation of education programs and related services.
• To develop positive relationships within the school community that foster a sense of belonging and partnership.
Duties:
• To work with the educators to meet the needs of the students in small groups or individually.
• To give encouragement and praise to the students.
• To provide assistance to students.
• To reinforce positive behaviours and practices.
• To supervise outside playground activities when appropriate.
• To support an individual child or children on excursions when appropriate.
• To treat all students and families with respect and dignity.
• To keep appropriate records of programs implemented.
• To observe the students’ progress, note achievements and difficulties and share observations with class teachers.
• To keep observations and information of students, parents and other employees confidential.
• To perform clerical tasks, including filing student records, making copies of assessments and other clerical tasks as directed by the Principal or Student Diversity Leader.
• To contribute to PSG meetings when appropriate.
• To attend Professional Development appropriate to their role.
• To follow directions given by the Principal or Student Diversity Leader.
Please address applications to the Principal, Mrs Joanne Webster and email to principal@bswerribeenth.catholic.edu.au
Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 2 referees.