Teacher's aide
Epping Views Primary School

An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic students interested in joining the largest Primary School in Victoria, Epping Views PS to assist as a Physical Education Teacher Aide. This opportunity is for a student to gain structured workplace learning as a Physical Education Teacher Aide (Assistant) to the Physical Edication Teacher, as well as having interaction with a supportive team of teachers. This is an ideal placement for a student currently studying Sports and Recreation to gain skills at a leading Primary School.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employment skills such as: - Communication - Team work - Punctuality - Presentation - Planning and organising - Initiative and enterprise - Hygiene - Learning - Technology - Follow instructions - Self Management - Work under supervision.

Typical Tasks & Duties

As a teaching aide (assistant) you would directly assist the Physical Education Teacher. This would include assisting with the conduct of recreation events or activities and undertake administration work related to the work environment at the School. Students will have the opportunity to:
- Work with students in a classroom environment
- Deliver Sport, Fitness and Recreation activities
- Assist teaching staff by preparing classroom activities, setting up and packing up of games, conducting student warm ups before activities and supervising during games all under the guidance of the Physical Education Teacher in charge

Student Requirements

A positive attitude towards sport, fitness and recreation and in particular as a Physical Education Aide (Assistant) with a keen eye for detail. Students must be self motivated, willing to listen and follow instructions. Students must be well mannered and behave in a respectful, responsible manner and are punctual. They are also expected to follow management instructions; act in accordance to Occupational Health and Safety requirements; work as a team member; listen and take advice from fellow workers; respect other people's belongings. Finally, they need to keep a note pad and pen to take notes for their own reference; demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course; and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines.

Dress Requirements

The student must be well presented and required to wear sport clothing as follows: -Flat, non-slip, enclosed shoes - Casual neat sport dress.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport is accessible