ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL - TEACHER AIDE

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to ‘Learning for Life’. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

Connection - We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.

Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.

Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.

Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.

Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is looking for a Permanent Part Time Teacher Aide in a fixed term contract to the end of year (with the possibility to extend) for an immediate start.

Immediate start (or as negotiated)

Permanent part time - Term Time

65.83 hours per fortnight

Monday 7.15am - 1.50pm

Tuesday 7.15am - 2.30pm

Wednesday 7.15am - 2.10pm

Thursday 7.15am - 2.10pm

Friday 7.15am - 3.00pm

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Teacher Aide assists teachers with curriculum planning, supervision, and support of students in a classroom setting. The Teacher Aide assists in presenting and reinforcing learning concepts. Teacher Aides employed at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School play an important role in creating a positive, caring and open culture that encourages full participation in study, cocurricular programs within the school. Teacher Aides are expected to model appropriate behaviours, values and attitudes at all times.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

The Teacher Aide’s core accountabilities, under the direction and leadership of the Learning Enhancement Coordinator, is to:

support the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment;

support the teacher in planning and preparing for daily activities;

support the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curriculum in assigned areas;

present subject matter to students, under the guidance of a teacher, utilising a variety of methods;

support students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts;

perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned;

show outstanding interpersonal skills, with a proven capacity to cooperate and work positively with staff and students;

use strong organisational and time management skills;

convey a high degree of confidentiality and discretion;

display strong attention to detail;

present with emotional resilience and effective conflict management skills; and

be flexible and able to work in a high-pressure environment.

OTHER DUTIES

School roving supervision duties which could include before school, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea or after school.

Attend Professional Development as required.

Promote the interests of Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.

Serve the School diligently and faithfully.

Any other duties as reasonably directed by your Line Manager.

EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.

Ability to provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth.

Child supervision skills.

Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.

Skill in preparing instructional aids and plans.

Emotional resilience and conflict management skills.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

The successful application is required to:

Hold a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.

Hold a current Drivers Licence.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Teacher Aide positions please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format. Please outline what hours you are available for in your when submitting your Cover Letter.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resource Officer, Emily Conrad on (07) 49 300 967 or by emailing [email protected].