Understanding the important role of an Educational Assistant

PL # 12603

  • Starting on 11 May 2020
  • Cancellation permitted until 05 May 2020
  • Event registrations closed on 05 May 2020

Delivery Format :

This PL has been cancelled

Description

In this workshop for Educational Assistants, we will be exploring areas such as: working with students with disabilities; understanding student behaviour; working with staff and parents; implementing and following Documented Plans; engaging learners and networking with other EAs to discuss and explore questions, concerns etc.

Presenters

Lynne Nixon (AISWA Staff)

Consultant | Child Protection

Lynne Nixon <span>(AISWA Staff)</span>

Over many years, Lynne has gained extensive experience in both education and small business ownership. Her teaching career in NSW and WA spans early childhood, primary, and lower secondary classrooms, as well as special needs education and music. She has also held school leadership roles, including Principal of an independent school in WA. In addition, Lynne has supported and mentored school leaders and assisted schools through the school registration process.

Since joining AISWA in 2017, Lynne has demonstrated her passion for supporting schools in the areas of special needs education and child protection. Her roles have included Inclusive Education Consultant and Coordinator, and she currently serves as a Child Protection Consultant.

In her current role, Lynne provides guidance and support to all AISWA schools in the areas of child safety and protection. She is the key contact for inquiries related to child abuse, including mandatory reporting, and delivers a variety of training programs focused on preventing and responding to child abuse, ensuring schools meet registration requirements.

Bronte Paterson (AISWA Staff)

Consultant | Inclusive Education

Bronte Paterson <span>(AISWA Staff)</span>

Bronte has been with the  AISWA Inclusive Education team since 2019, bringing with her a wealth of inclusive education knowledge. Previously, Bronte held Inclusive Education leadership roles in several large K-12 schools. She has also been a literacy consultant in the UK and has a strong background in the teaching of phonics and spelling. Bronte has a passion for working with Autistic students and is currently studying for a Masters of Autism. Her realistic and practical approach when supporting schools is highly valued and beneficial.

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Segments

Event Segment

Date / Time

11 May 2020 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 15:30

Delivery Format : In Person

PL Hours : 6.50

Learning Area

  • Inclusive Education

School Area

  • Education Assistants

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