Aboriginal and Islander Education Worker Assistant

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College - Alice Springs (see more jobs from this school)

ALICE SPRINGS, NT 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.80 FTE)

Applications Close: 20 March 2025


We are seeking an AIEW assistant to support our students and staff and develop the school culture that supports the education and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

<p>We are seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker (AIEW) Assistant to support both our students and staff in developing a school culture that fosters the education and retention of Aboriginal and Islander students. The assistant will play a key role in building strong relationships with students, providing classroom support, and working closely with families to create an inclusive, respectful learning environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Building Relationships with Students:</strong><br />Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with students, providing emotional and social support while promoting their academic success and wellbeing.</li><li><strong>Classroom Support:</strong><br />Assist teachers in adapting lessons and materials to be culturally relevant, providing academic support to students and ensuring an inclusive classroom environment.</li><li><strong>Building Relationships with Families:</strong><br />Foster strong communication between the school and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, keeping them informed and involved in their child’s education and progress.</li></ol><p><u>The successful candidate must demonstrate:</u></p><p>- Reliability, cultural understanding, and the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities</p><p>- Initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. </p><p>- Hours are negotiable.</p>
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<p>Please send with your resume to admin.olshalice&#64;nt.catholic.edu.au</p>