Join an organisation awarded with The Educator's 20245-Star Employer of Choice AwardTGS teachers and teacher aides are passionate about boys' education and providing an inspiring and broad curriculum for all boys informed by best practice and evidence. We are committed to providing a stimulating learning environment that fosters creativity, independence, and self-belief in our students. If you are passionate about education, dedicated to nurturing young minds, and eager to contribute to a collaborative learning community, we invite you to apply.
Toowoomba Grammar School was founded in 1875 and is a member school of the Great Public Schools Association of Queensland (GPS). It is an independent non-denominational day and boarding school for boys with a total enrolment of 1,200 from Preparatory to Year 12. There are approximately 300 boarders in the School coming predominantly from throughout Queensland, Northern New South Wales, and the Northern Territory. The School's campus covers 20.5 hectares and is located one kilometre from the centre of Toowoomba.
It is our vision that our boys will graduate from TGS with the skills to be independent, well-balanced, and successful in life. That they are boys of good character who respond well to challenges and achieve life-long wellbeing.
About the Position The purpose of the Teacher Aide - Diverse Learners role is to enhance the educational experience of students with special needs at the school. This position plays a critical support role by assisting these students and their teachers throughout the term, facilitating a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. Reporting to the Headmaster through the Head of Diverse Learners, the Teacher Aide – Diverse Learners works closely with the teachers of each specific student to provide tailored support that addresses individual learning challenges. This includes assisting in daily school routines, supporting students during class activities and with homework, making reasonable adjustments during exams, and creating modified learning resources.
TGS is inviting Expressions of Interest for this role, with interest assessed on a term-by-term basis and intakes conducted as operational needs arise.
About you: You possess high level communication and organisational skills, as well as a foundational education and, preferably, qualifications in education support. You play a pivotal role in fostering the academic and personal growth of students with special needs, guaranteeing they receive the essential support required for educational success.
You will demonstrate a strong passion for understanding special needs education within an inclusive learning environment. Your strengths will be evident in your excellent communication with various stakeholders, and you will bring valuable experience in developing effective strategies to support students with empathy in an educational setting.
For a full Position Description please refer to the attachment below.
How to apply: All applications are to be submitted via TGS's online Careers Portal and include:
a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster addressing the vacancy being applied for;a resume; andthe names and contact details of three confidential referees.Enquiries should be directed to the Head of Diverse Learners, Mrs Amanda Gibson on 07 4687 2500 or email ******.
Applications will remain open for the 2024 year however TGS reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to this date. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible. We do not welcome interest from recruitment agencies at this time. Applicants must possess the legal right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position. Working with Children Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. All School staff, unless otherwise eligible for an exemption, must possess a current Positive Notice or "Blue Card" issued under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 before commencing employment with the School. Volunteer Blue Cards are required to be transferred to Paid Employment cards.
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