Teacher Aide

About Mungar State School

Mungar State School is a small, vibrant rural school located just outside Maryborough, Queensland. With a strong sense of community and pride in our rich history, we provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student is known, valued and supported. Our motto 'Always Our Best' reflects the commitment we share to nurturing lifelong learners.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Administrative duties including typing teachers' notes and work programs, compiling and supervising class rolls, duplicating/ photocopying teaching materials, collation and duplication of exam papers, recording of examination results, compiling students results records, checking bus lists, assisting in organising off-site activities.
Supervision of small groups of students, undertaking specific learning activities designed by a teacher, when the teacher is not in the room but is available to be called on if needed.
Mentoring other teacher aides and/or volunteers.
Conducting reading groups, maths groups, art activities, and sports activities, including the gathering of applicable resources, in cooperation with teachers.
Collecting money from students for various school activities.
Supervision of students on the playground, bus, during sporting activities and school excursions in partnership with a teacher.

About You

Strong communication skills - ability to follow teacher instructions and give simple supportive directions to students.
Confidence managing small groups and maintaining a calm and supportive environment.
Organisational skills - ability to assist with classroom organisation, including preparing resources, displays and learning materials.
Team Player Attitude - flexible, proactive and ready to contribute positively to the school. Willingness to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
Empathy and patience - a genuine interest in student wellbeing, growth and success with a caring, calm and student-centred approach.

Skills and Experience:

Strong communication skills - ability to follow teacher instructions and give simple supportive directions to students.
Confidence managing small groups and maintaining a calm and supportive environment.
Organisational skills - ability to assist with classroom organisation, including preparing resources, displays and learning materials.
Team Player Attitude - flexible, proactive and ready to contribute positively to the school. Willingness to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
Empathy and patience - a genuine interest in student wellbeing, growth and success with a caring, calm and student-centred approach.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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).

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