Education Aides (ANZSCO 422) play a crucial role in supporting teaching staff in schools and providing care and supervision for children in preschools. They also offer assistance to Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Maori students and their teachers. These dedicated professionals perform a range of non-teaching duties to enhance the educational experience and overall development of students.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most individuals in this occupation possess a level of skill that aligns with the following qualifications and experience:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

While formal qualifications are typically required, relevant experience of at least one year may serve as a substitute. In certain cases, additional on-the-job training or experience may be necessary alongside the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Demonstrating, supervising, and participating in activities that promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children in schools and preschool centers
• Preparing indoor and outdoor areas for learning and recreational activities
• Assisting children with intellectual, physical, and behavioral difficulties in their academic studies
• Providing individualized support to children to help them develop social skills
• Assisting in the preparation of teaching aids, as well as copying and organizing written and printed materials
• Distributing and collecting lesson materials
• Offering assistance to small groups of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Maori students
• Providing home-school liaison and counseling services for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Maori students and their families

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