Understanding the important role of an Educational Assistant

PL # 12676

  • Starting on 20 Oct 2020
  • Cancellation permitted until 14 Oct 2020
  • Event registrations closed on 14 Oct 2020

Delivery Format :

Event registration is Closed

Description

Please note: This session is now full. Due to the popularity of this course, we will be repeating the session on 5th of November 2020. Please register for this session here https://www.ais.wa.edu.au/event/understanding-important-role-educational-assistant-repeat 

 

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>

 

Lynne joined the Inclusive Education team at AISWA in April 2017 where her roles have included Inclusive Education Consultant, Inclusive Education Coordinator, and currently Consultant - Child Protection.  She brings experience in filling various roles within schools, particularly in the areas of disability and leadership. During her time as Principal, Lynne has been passionate about creating an inclusive school culture and community, and quality teaching and learning. She has been involved in supporting and mentoring school leaders, and school registration, particularly in child protection and disabilities. 

Lynne currently provides support to all AISWA schools in child safety and child protection. She is the AISWA contact in assisting inquiries related to child abuse including mandatory reporting and works with other child safe /child protection agencies. 

 

 

 

Bronte Paterson (AISWA Staff)

Inclusive Education Consultant

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

Bronte has been with the  AISWA Inclusive Education team for four years, 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

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Date / Time

20 Oct 2020 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 15:30

Delivery Format : In Person

AISWA Seminar Room (First Floor)

PL Hours : 6.50

Learning Area

  • Inclusive Education

School Area

  • Education Assistants

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