Program overview
The flagship Teacher Aide Program invests in the professional expertise and vital support teacher aides deliver in our classrooms.
Experienced teacher aides will engage in high-quality, tailored professional learning in key areas, including student support, classroom management practices and inclusive education for students with diverse needs.
Audience and eligibility
Experienced teacher aides working in their role in Queensland state schools.
Objectives
The program is designed to build capability, strengthen classroom practice and promote wellbeing by:
- enhancing teacher aides' knowledge, skills and confidence in providing evidence-based, effective educational support
- providing tailored professional learning to address their unique needs with the opportunity to enhance their qualifications and career pathway options
- promoting a culture of professional collaboration and wellbeing so they can thrive in Queensland state schools.
Structure
Over a 12-month period, participants will engage in:
- a 2-day intensive professional learning experience in Brisbane
- facilitated virtual learning masterclasses and workshops
- opportunities for ongoing learning and micro-credentialing toward a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
- professional learning to build mentoring skills and share knowledge with school peers
- one-day flagship to classroom workshop to facilitate regional collaboration and shared learnings in the final phase of the program
- post-program professional development and networking opportunities.
Impact
'This Teacher Aide Program conference was such a positive acknowledgement to the teacher aide's role and responsibility as they are today. Our role has changed substantially over the years, and it was great to be heard, and our skills recognised.'
'I feel I have a greater understanding of the range of students' needs and how I can best support those needs to gain favourable educational outcomes.'
'The networking face-to-face was incredibly valuable, a confidence builder and a friendship maker.'
'This program has been the best thing I have ever done for myself and my job.'
—Teacher Aide Program participants
More information
For more information, contact School Support and Corporate Capability on
SSandCC@qed.qld.gov.au or (07) 3035 2222.
Departmental staff can see detailed program information and apply via the Education Futures Institute (EFI) Catalogue.