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Swan Christian Education Association is proud to be an organisation that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at SCEA are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.EmployerSwan Christian Education Association Inc. (SCEA)1 Padbury Terrace, Midland WA 6056PO Box 254, Midland WA 6936DepartmentThe Education Assistant will be working with the relevant Learning Support Team.Remuneration Terms & ConditionsSwan Christian Education Association Inc. Enterprise Agreement 2018Relief positionReporting RelationshipThe Education Assistant will be directly responsible to the classroom teacher, and ultimately the Principal of the School.Key Responsibilities and Statement of DutiesProfessionally represent the School through the Student Support team in personal presentation, mannerisms and Christ-like serviceOperate with a high and consistent standard of serviceWork within the Association and School policy framework at all timesJob DescriptionThe Education Assistant is to work independently under the direction of the classroom teacher and Literary and Numeracy Support Coordinators in the following areas:Prepare materials for classroom use.Prepare lessons and resources.Support and teach small groups.Supervise students as required.Our primary program is working to support children as they meet the goals of:Showing love for God by learning about him and living the way he wants us to live, especially by expressing love and concern for othersAccepting rules and limitsGaining and sharing meaning in effective literacy and numeracy skillsBecoming part of a supportive social communityWorking independentlyFeeling safe and allowing others to feel safe tooCelebrating achievementsDemonstrating virtues of respect, courtesy, honour, resilience, trust and joy.Highly Desired QualitiesStrong literacy and numeracy knowledgeA motivator and team builderHighly organisedCreative and engagingCollaborative in collegial work practiceParticipation in professional development groups and programs.Selection CriteriaEssential (short written response to be included in your cover letter)To have a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and be an active member of a Christian Church.To accept the Associations Statement of Faith, Code of Conduct, Foundational Statements of Belief and Educational Objectives and be living a lifestyle consistent with these statements.To work as a member of a team.To communicate effectively with adults and students.To be competent in the use of computers.To be committed to the establishment and maintenance of quality relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community.To appreciate the responsibility of the EA as a role model.How to ApplyYour online application should consist of:A covering letter addressing the Essential Criteria 1 and 2 outlined in the attached Job Description and a brief statement outlining the competencies the applicant would bring to the role and their reason for applying.Resume.Copies of qualifications.To Apply, please click the ''Apply'' button. #J-18808-Ljbffr