Teacher Aide

At Echuca College we get to know our students as individuals so that we can focus on their development as resilient and responsible young adults, destined for success in a constantly evolving world.  Our College is focused on the preparation of our students for the future.

The friendly and supportive learning environment at Echuca College is underpinned by clear expectations, a strong code of conduct and a sense of PRIDE.  In 2015, our College’s governing Student Council developed a new vision for the College around five key concepts that the students wanted all members of the College community to exhibit in their learning and interactions; Progressive, Respectful, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.  This work resulted in the introduction of the House system in 2017 supporting greater connectedness of the students and staff to the College and its mission.    

The framework for our positive environment is strengthened by House Leaders who work in specific House communities and are supported by a team of experienced teachers and student leaders. As a result, a positive and responsible approach to education fosters exemplary values of compassion, tolerance and respect for self and others.

The high standard of education delivered in all areas of the College is tribute to the dedication, intellect and empathy of our teaching and support staff- all whom take collective pride and inspiration from our students. Our Teaching and Learning is enhanced by Leading Teachers; specifically assigned to the Victorian Curriculum, VCE/VET/VCAL and professional learning developed around ‘21st century Skills’ and ‘Best Practice’.

Echuca College is large enough to provide a comprehensive curriculum and a range of programs and resources second to none in this area to meet the most fastidious of students. Echuca College is also small enough to achieve the closeness which allows students and staff to develop ongoing educational relationships in a friendly and supportive learning environment.  Innovative teaching programs and staff commitment to ongoing professional learning ensures that Echuca College delivers an exceptional and fulfilling educational experience for every student now, and in the future.

Our senior program offers a comprehensive range of studies within each of the major area of Arts, Business, Humanities, LOTE, Health Sciences, Sciences, Technology and VCAL. The College is building a strong reputation in all these areas as evidenced by VCE results and the high proportion of students who gain full time employment or pursue tertiary education. We have developed links with other education providers in our community and as the co-ordinating school for the Regional VETiS Program we are expanding both our community and college offerings in Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VET/VCE) programs.  Our successful VCAL program has provided senior students with a vocational element within their VCE studies and through their studies students have developed strong links with the local community.

Currently as part of the VETis program, we are offering a variety of VET Certificate Courses and we are involved in the School Based Apprenticeship Scheme. The College is also a member of the Beacon Foundation, a program that has assisted our students in pathways planning and development in the Echuca area for over 17 years.

The College has also developed an impressive list of extra curricula programs across all year levels. The Peer Support program was introduced at Year 7 this year and both Year 7 students and their Year 11 mentors have benefited considerably as a result of this program. The International tours to England, China, New Zealand, Cambodia, Malaysia and Turkey (Gallipoli) provide students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the classroom. Debating, dance, theatre sports, sporting carnivals and academic competitions all add to the educational experience of our students at Echuca College. 

Our facilities support a progressive curriculum and with the College being set on 12 hectares it provides plenty of room to move. In additional to sports fields and a picturesque piazza, our students enjoy a Performing Arts Centre, refurnished double basketball court stadium with squash courts and small gym, Café Learning centre, commercial kitchen, science centre and transitional neighbourhoods for years 7 and Year 12 Senior Learning. Echuca College also has a ‘state of the art’ hockey field that includes 12 tennis courts.  With all this Echuca College is setting the standard for others to follow in the 21st Century.

SC1    Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.

SC3    Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.

SC4    Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.

SC5    A commitment to professional learning and growth.

Undertakes routine tasks that are usually carried out under close supervision and direction.  Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established and direction is readily available.

Work has little scope for deviation. Problems can usually be solved by reference to well documented procedures and instructions and clearly established practices.  Deviation from established procedures will require reference to others for guidance and direction.  Assistance is readily available when problems arise.  An experienced employee at range 1 will exercise limited judgement within clearly defined guidelines and well established practices that relate specifically to the tasks performed.

Does not carry responsibility for the work of others.  More experienced employees will provide basic guidance and advice to others relating to tasks within the work area.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.  Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Qualification requirements do not operate at range 1.  Certification requirements may be required to legally perform specific tasks - e.g. driver's licence, first aid, safe food handling.

-    Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
-    Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
-    Participate in team meetings.
-    Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
-    Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
-    Prepare basic curriculum support resources.
-    Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
-    Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
-    Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
-    Assist in the translation of documents.
-    Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
 

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

The Department values diversity and is committed to workforce diversity and equal opportunity in schools and all education workplaces. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the Department’s exemplar available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx