Teacher Aide

Selection Criteria

SC1  Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.

SC2  Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.

SC3  Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.

SC4  Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5  A commitment to professional learning and growth.

Role

The successful applicant for this position will be required to work 5 hours a day, 5 days a week. 

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range…