Teacher Aide - Diverse Learning (Secondary)

John Paul College are seeking experienced Teacher Aides to join our Secondary School from January 2024.

The Diverse LearningTeacher Aides provide an essential service to the students and teachers at John Paul College. Working under the direction of the Head of Diverse Learning (Secondary) and the Dean of Pedagogy (Secondary), this busy term time role will support teachers and students in the classroom, along with other educational activities. 

This support role will help to create inclusive learning environments; inspire and motivate students to commence and continue required tasks; foster positive relationships; as well as communicate with staff, students and parents in a timely and respectful manner. 

You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skill, using appropriate assessment tools to track student progress through the College’s online management system.

The engagement of this position will be approximately 38 hours per week during term time only.  

The ideal candidate for this role will feel comfortable being an integral part of our Diverse Learning Program.

Supporting our teachers and learners, this role will be responsible for maintaining a spirit and character that is supportive, recognising the worth of each student as an individual, in accordance with the College ethos. 

It is desirable for the applicant to hold a Certificate III in Education Support and can demonstrate high quality interpersonal skills and exemplary support practice. Knowledge, experience and practical skills will enable the candidate to successfully deliver and facilitate the learning of their students.

As this role works directly with children on campus, the successful applicant will require a current Working with Children Check issued by Blue Card Services Queensland and a Current First Aid Qualification. 

Applications for this role can be submitted by following this link - https://jpc.elmotalent.com.au/careers/jpc/job/view/367  by 1 March, 2024.

Please ensure your application includes the following information -

• A cover letter addressed to the attention of Mrs Amanda Borello – Head of Diverse Learning (Secondary), which details why you want to join the John Paul College Team.
• Your current resume including your qualifications and your previous working experience.
• The names and contact details for at least two professional referees. 

The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date, so if you are interested in joining JPC in 2024, please don’t delay in applying!

John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.