<p>Join Our Mission – Change Lives at Ohana College</p> <p><strong>Ohana College</strong> is a growing, co-educational Independent Secondary School, proudly supporting and specifically designed to provide special assistance to students who have disengaged from mainstream education. Based in <strong>Meadowbrook</strong>, our brand new, purpose-built campus provides a nurturing, innovative space for students to re-engage, learn and thrive.</p> <p>As a sister school to <strong>Arcadia College</strong> in Robina, Ohana College bases its philosophy on establishing positive and respectful relationships between adults and students to maximise engagement, emotional well-being and academic achievement in a strong welfare based environment.&nbsp;</p> <p>We're looking for a highly motivated and engaging Teacher Aide, who wants to join us on our exciting journey and be part of changing the lives of our students.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Our school is well resourced with&nbsp;highly experienced and skilled management,&nbsp;open communication lines and a strong, supportive and engaging team environment. Your views, opinions and suggestions as a member of our team are welcomed and encouraged.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>PBI Benefit Salary</strong> packaging through SPA with charity not for profit status. (<strong>Take Home More, Pay Less Tax</strong> – Thanks to Our Charity Status)</p> <p>Outstanding mentoring and professional development is provided.&nbsp;</p> <p>We offer very competitive salaries and great working conditions. &nbsp;</p> <p>Free onsite car-parking at our doorstep.</p> <p>Amazing Employee Assistance Program to support all staff and their families.&nbsp;</p> <p>The opportunities for career development are endless!</p> <p>Fitness Passport available to all employees.</p> <p>We are&nbsp;seeking applications from talented, resilient, experienced Teacher&nbsp;Aides looking for an innovative and student-centred schooling environment. Join us on our exciting new journey at this beautiful location and help change the lives of our students.</p> <p>We require a suitably&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;Secondary School&nbsp;experienced&nbsp;Teacher Aide&nbsp;to work on a part-time basis (32 hours per week) . This is an on campus position.</p> <p><strong>Certificate 3 Educational Support preferred.</strong> The position is permanent and part time and accrues annual leave and personal leave. Teacher Aides work 32 hours per week Monday to Friday. Teacher Aides do not work in school holidays.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities/Selection Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assisting teachers and students with sporting activities and with school excursions</li> <li>Supporting students with their academic learning, individually or within a group</li> <li>Assisting in numeracy and literacy programs</li> <li>Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member</li> <li>Maintaining anecdotal records on students for use in reviewing student's development.</li> <li>Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs</li> <li>Displaying confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitively to students and their families</li> <li>Administration assistance to Teachers as required</li> <li>Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under the direction of a teacher</li> <li>Assisting teaching staff with supervision during breaks</li> <li>Contributing to the welfare, health and safety of students.</li> <li>Assist students with special needs including but not limited to, learning disabilities, ASD and other various diagnoses.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Please address the&nbsp;above Selection Criteria.</li> <li>Experience working as a Teacher Aide preferably in a secondary school.</li> <li>Current Qld Working With Children Blue Card (P) Paid</li> <li>Certificate 3 in Educational Support or equivalent preferred.</li> <li>Australian Drivers Licence.</li> <li>Names &amp; contact details of two Australian professional referees.</li> </ul>