Education Aides
Minor Group
ANZSCO CODE - 422

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

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)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• demonstrating, supervising and participating in activities which enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in schools and preschool centres
• preparing indoor and outdoor areas for learning and recreational activities
• assisting children with intellectual, physical and behavioural difficulties with their academic studies
• assisting children individually to learn social skills
• assisting with preparing teaching aids, and copying and collating written and printed material
• distributing and collecting lesson material
• providing assistance to small groups of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Maori students
• providing home-school liaison and counselling for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Maori students and their families