Pre-requisites

None.

Co-requisites

None.

Competencies covered

Competency: CHCEDS002 Assist implementation of planned educational programs.

Element: 1. Contribute to planning and preparation of educational program

1.1 Contribute to implementation, planning and preparation in accordance with lesson plan/s and educational requirements under guidance of teacher or other education professional
1.2 Show clear understanding of objectives and outcomes of educational programs and their relationship to current curriculum documents

Element: 2. Assist in the implementation of planned educational program

2.1 Organise and distribute notes and students’ work
2.2 Guide students in the location and use of relevant materials needed to participate in the lesson or activity
2.3 Provide assistance with general activities
2.4 Implement classroom strategies to support students’ individual needs under teacher direction
2.5 Assist the teacher in identifying educational needs of students
2.6 Provide assistance to students in the operation of digital technologies during the delivery of planned education program

Element: 3. Contribute to a consistent and stable learning environment

3.1 Clarify requirements and implement classroom routines appropriately
3.2 Undertake responsibilities and duties in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationships
3.3 Identify possible environmental modifications to suit the individual needs of students in accordance with established guidelines

Element: 4. Contribute to individual and group assessment in consultation with the teacher

4.1 Record and report observations as specified in the job role
4.2 Provide contributions to reviews and case conferences of students when requested
4.3 Encourage, acknowledge and act upon constructive teacher feedback

Unit Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist a worker to support the teacher/s in delivering planned education programs. Classroom-level support is provided to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant, and appropriately resourced and maintained.

This unit applies to education support work in a variety of contexts and the work is to be undertaken with appropriate guidance, support and supervision by a nominated teacher or other education professional.

Topics

Preparation and implementation of classroom programs and lesson plans. Education system’s policies and procedures.
School/centre’s policies and procedures.
Curriculum use in the classroom.
Potential hazards and risks for students.
Professional language and feedback that may be required for student reviews and case conferences.


Unit offerings

Face to face: (Demand based)

Please note

The Unit Offerings listed above are a guide only and the timetable for any year is the final authority. The College may vary offerings based on demand, regulatory requirements, continual improvement processes or other conditions.

This unit may be available in different modes of delivery i.e. online and face-to-face as listed above. The unit content will not differ between these modes of delivery. There will possibly be a difference in the schedule and/or the prescribed assessment tasks, however both will cover and assess the same content.