Casual Learning Support Officer Position
St Gabriel’s School, Castle Hill is a Catholic independent school in the Edmund Rice tradition providing high quality education for primary and secondary students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, as well as sensory disabilities, autism and communication difficulties across Kindergarten to Year 12.
St Gabriel’s School offers small classes, state of the art facilities and provides personalised learning programs. We are a community known for its inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, learning and to each other.
St Gabriel’s ability to provide high quality education to the students is directly dependent on the experience, knowledge and professionalism of its staff.
The Learning Support Officer supports the teacher to deliver teaching and learning activities, support small group learning, and the development of resources.
Key Responsibilities:
· Supports the teaching and learning process which may include leading small groups and/or focus groups in collaboration with the classroom teacher;
· Reinforces appropriate behaviours and social skills in the classroom;
· Assists the Classroom Teacher in implementing an individual program or individual subject outcomes;
· Assists with providing students with the opportunity to develop personal, social, and independent learning skills;
· Assists with the creation of classroom resources and displays;
· Supports in the preparation of practical work and resources for use in the classroom;
Essential Criteria
· Experience working with students with a disability;
· A First Aid Certificate, including CPR training;
· A current WWCC number;
· Proficient ICT skills;
· Able and willing to work as part of a school-wide team of professionals and is open to continued learning;
· Participation in excursions, co-curricular activities and camps; and
· Demonstrate a commitment to the Catholic and Edmund Rice ethos of the School.
Desirable Criteria:
· Auslan / Key word sign;
· A Certificate III or IV in Education Support; and
· Willingness to drive a 12-seater school van;
Written applications and a curriculum vitae, with three nominated referees should be forwarded to:
The Principal - Mr David Cook,
St Gabriel’s School - P.O. Box 6126 Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 - Ph: 9634 2367
