Community spiritBayside LocationLearning Environment built for Boys THE COLLEGE
Established in 2003, MBBC is a P – 12 boys' school set in the leafy bayside suburb of Manly West. It currently has 500 plus enrolments. As an International Baccalaureate World school, Moreton Bay Boys' College offers the great benefits of an internationally recognised approach to education. Our globally-focused syllabus helps boys connect with the world around them – managing, constructing and deconstructing knowledge and applying it to different contexts and experiences. Teachers use the Primary Years Program (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate to plan inquiry-based, differentiated units covering all aspects of the Australian Curriculum. Senior boys follow the QCAA pathways with the majority of boys obtaining an ATAR.
POSITION
The College is seeking a suitably experienced Early Years Teacher Aide to support the classroom teacher and assist students in their learning within the classroom. This is a fixed-term, part-time position for the 2025 school year, commencing on 17 January 2025.
The Teacher Aide is appointed by the CEO and Executive Principal, reporting to the Head of Primary, and is responsible to the Principal.The role of the Teacher Aide in the College is focused on contributing to the provision of a quality educational service. This involves assisting and supporting teachers to cater for the needs of students who require extra assistance to reach their potential.The Teacher Aide is expected to support the College community (Principal, staff, students, and parents) in the continued promotion of the philosophy and Strategic Plan of the College. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist Teachers in the classroom, with small groups of students with the teaching of the curriculum.Assist with the preparation and organisation of classroom materials and specific lessons.Assist in the preparation of computer-generated materials for use by students and the teacher.Foster a positive and collaborative learning environment where the unique needs of each individual student are met.Arrange educational and play activities outside and inside the classroom to support wellbeing and curriculum.Carry out other duties as requested by the classroom Teacher, Head of Primary, and Principal.Support the College's Admissions program by publicly and privately supporting the College to past, present, and future families. SKILLS AND ABILITIESDemonstrate patience and a caring attitude.Communicate effectively and display a high level of interpersonal skills.Demonstrate confidentiality, tact, reliability, and sensitivity to students and their families.Work closely with individual students.Understand the requirements of special needs students.Ability to work well in a team and support other team members.Display empathy to the needs and abilities of students and parents.Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in performance of duties.Support the values and Christian ethos of this Uniting Church College.Actively contribute to a safety citizenship culture upholding health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting, and safe work practices. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEPrevious experience in a similar role.Cert III in Educational Support desirable.Competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage a range of stakeholders.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSWorking with Children Suitability Card is essential.First Aid Certificate is desirable.CONDITIONS AND SALARYHours of Duty: 7.6 hours per day, 4 days per week, Monday – Thursday.Term time + 1 week, fixed term.The position is classified as School Officer Level 3, with a starting rate of $31.93 per hour. APPLICATION
Suitable applicants should apply by submitting ONE PDF DOCUMENT that combines each of the following:
A statement of reasons why you are applying for this position;A current CV that clearly details experience, particularly in relation to the above skills and abilities;Any additional information you may wish to submit; andThe names and contact details of two professional referees. Applications close Monday 6th January 2025. Please note: only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted after the closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr