Classroom Support Assistants - Mother Teresa School, Harrison ACT

Location: Harrison, ACT 
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Part-time  
Salary Range: $68,825
Start Date:  Monday, 27 January 2025 
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 17 November 2024 

About Mother Teresa School 

Welcome to Mother Teresa School, a thriving Catholic learning community where we inspire our students to care, dream, innovate, and achieve! Serving children aged 4 to 12, our school is equipped with modern learning spaces that promote collaboration and creativity. These dynamic break-out areas enable teachers to employ contemporary teaching strategies, fostering both independent and group learning. 

We place a strong emphasis on student mental health, offering a variety of programs designed to support well-being and resilience. Our learning approach ensures that students are actively engaged in their learning, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities such as robotics, chess, choir, and public speaking. The performing arts shine brightly at Mother Teresa School, with every year level participating in public performances throughout the school year. 

At Mother Teresa School, we invite you to be part of a community that empowers every child to thrive in a caring and inspiring atmosphere! 

About the Role 

Join a Mother Teresa School as a Classroom Support Assistant and make a lasting impact on children's lives! In this rewarding role, you’ll support teachers in delivering lessons, assist students individually or in small groups, and help create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment. It’s the perfect opportunity if you’re passionate about education, enjoy working with children, and want to gain valuable experience in the classroom. You'll see the difference you make every day as you help students grow academically and socially, all while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. This role is ideal for anyone considering a future in teaching or educational support!

Benefits and Opportunities 

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice  

Key Responsibilities 

• Demonstrate initiative, liaise, and work collaboratively with class teachers to provide learning support for students.
• Support students by listening, directing, explaining, reassuring, encouraging, re-directing, and reinforcing.
• Prepare specialised learning materials as directed by the teacher and as required to implement the class teacher’s program.
• Under direction, take students for their individualised education plans in specific areas, support personal care needs, and report to teachers on student progress.
• Work in collaboration with teachers to implement learning and teaching strategies for an individual student, group of students, or class.
• Take part in case-management meetings with teachers.
• Supervise students in non-teaching periods (including excursions and playground supervision).
• Support students in whole school activities such as sporting events and attend professional learning and staff spirituality days. 
• Assist with selecting and preparing teaching resources that meet student needs and interests.

Qualifications  

• Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) and/or Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registrations.

Selection Criteria 

1. An ability to assist in implementing an effective model of service to support teachers in the classroom.
2. An understanding and appreciation of the learning and social needs of such students and their families.
3. An ability to use discretion and judgement in planning, organising, and achieving outcomes under time constraints.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required. 

Other Eligibility Criteria 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Pe