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A Teacher Aide works alongside teachers in primary and high schools to deliver learning programs to a range of students. You might assist teachers to prepare classroom activities or you might work with individual students to help them participate in lessons. Teacher Aides often work with students with special needs or you may provide general classroom assistance to all students. You might supervise students during lunch and play times or have other tasks such as bus duty.
Teacher Aides should be passionate about learning and should enjoy working with children. It’s important that you can be flexible and work with students with a range of abilities. Teacher Aides should be patient and understanding and be able to communicate well with both students and other staff members.
There are 7 courses available for people who want to become a Teacher Aide. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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Get at job as a Teacher Aide at Australian high schools and primary schools with the CHC40221 - Certificate IV in School Based Education Support. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to support qualified teachers in the classroom, providing supervision and one-to-one student support in English, reading and maths. The course covers: communicating with teachers and parents, assisting students with disabilities, understanding the unique needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, supervising students outside the classroom, and much more. This course also has scope to specialise in eLearning and online support. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, Teacher Aide career outcomes, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
Become a Teacher Aide with the CHC30221 - Certificate III in School Based Education Support. This nationally recognised certificate will teach you how to support a qualified teacher in the classroom (or during online classes). The course covers: ethics and legal obligations of education support workers, contributing to student education, supporting the development of literacy and numeracy skills, helping students with special needs, working and communicating with teaching staff, encouraging responsible student behaviour, supporting students undertaking e-learning, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and much more. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and the full list of career outcomes..
A Certificate IV in School Age Education and Care CHC40113 is perfect for students needing the skills to educate children in Australian out-of-school and vacation programs. Completing a total of 20 units, students graduate ready to support the holistic development of children in school age care. The Certificate IV in School Age Education and Care CHC40113 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education (10752NAT) is for ATSI peoples wanting to become registered teachers or qualified teacher aides. This qualification will prepare you for a teaching career or enable you to work immediately as a teacher’s assistant. The course covers: cultural identity, directly supporting ATSI students in the classroom, student literacy, supporting maths and science learning, identifying children and young people at risk, and computer skills. You’ll graduate able to confidently assist the teacher develop suitable ATSI language and culture lessons.Enquire now for the list of learning centres plus your eligibility for enrolment and subsidised training..
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like to work as a Teacher’s Aid, the Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education (10751NAT) is the course for you. You’ll be learning how to support young people in the classroom — helping them develop skills in maths, science, and music as well as a strong sense of their own ATSI culture and identity. Enquire now to discuss your study options..
In Australia, a full time Teacher Aide generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen strong job growth in recent years. There are currently 58,800 people working as a Teacher Aide in Australia compared to 48,200 five years ago. Teacher Aides may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III or IV in Education Support is a great qualification if you’re planning to start a career as a Teacher Aide. This course will explore ways to support students’ learning in literacy and numeracy and encourage the development of other important areas such as social skills and oral language. You could also consider a Certificate III or IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education.
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Here are some potential career pathways within education support and assistance and primary education. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Education Support and Assistance
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker
$960 weekly pay
Home Tutor
Integration Aide
Learning Support Officer
Student Experience Officer
Teacher Aide
Teacher Assistant
Education Assistant
$1,150 weekly pay
Special Educational Needs Teacher
$1,630 weekly pay
Education Officer
$1,730 weekly pay
Primary Education
Education Researcher
$1,250 weekly pay
Education Support Officer
Primary School Teacher
$1,340 weekly pay
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