About the Department:The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realizing their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realizes the potential of every student.About Dysart State High School:Our school offers a holistic, localized curriculum that incorporates explicitly taught positive behavior and wellbeing strategies as part of a vibrant, diverse school life that provides opportunities for all students to fully develop and express their multiple talents whilst learning the Australian Curriculum and Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) or Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement (QCIA). Dysart State High School students are leaders in our community and we pride ourselves in molding fine young adults ready to take their place in the world.About the Role:As the Teacher Aide, you will 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 Include:Assisting teachers and students with sporting activities and school excursions.Maintaining anecdotal records on students for use in reviewing student development.Displaying respect and empathy for students with high-level needs.Assisting in preparing, storing, making available and clearing away teaching equipment and materials.Contributing to the welfare, health, and safety of students including the delivery of first aid. Where the teacher aide is required to administer first aid, formal training in the administration of first aid is required, and such qualifications must be kept current. All costs associated with obtaining and maintaining qualifications will be met from school funds.Assisting students with special needs, which may include moving disabled pupils, assisting with positioning, meals, toileting, and dressing of pupils unable to care for themselves. Suitable training is essential.Listening to students' reading.Reading aloud and storytelling.Assisting with science demonstrations, textile and cooking classes; e.g., collation of food lists, purchasing, preparation, and storage of materials.Assisting students to find reference materials.Specific Literacy and Numeracy duties may include support for teachers in providing learning materials for students at risk, working with small groups as well as individual students, and using computers when working with students.Our Ideal Candidate:Previous experience with a range of IT is preferable. A willingness to learn and undertake additional IT training. Ability to work as part of a team.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 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.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr