Teacher Aide Retreat Program


|
8.00 am –
|
8:30am Registration
|
|
8:30 am
|
Setting the Scene – The True Value of a Teacher Aide in supporting schools to meet the full needs of students.
|
|
8:45 am
|
Supporting students with Autism – Autism Queensland
Current knowledge & useful insights about the Autism Spectrum to help students reduce stress through effective communication, school coping skills and assisting students in connecting with their peer group and curriculum.
|
|
9:45 am
|
Brain Snack & Reflection
|
|
10:00 am
|
Supporting students with Dyslexia - SPELD Qld Inc Specific Learning Disabilities Association Queensland
The latest information to support the learning of a child with Dyslexia to unleash their enormous potential for learning.
|
|
11:00 am
|
Meet & Eat
|
|
11:15 am
|
Sharing real life approaches to support and guide parents & children with special needs
Our panel will share their experiences ofLearning Support that include: Dyslexia, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Attention Deficit Disorder & Gifted and Talented students. The highly regarded Majella Waterworth will be joining the panel to look at dyslexia through the eyes of an adult & child.
|
|
1:00 pm
|
Lunch
|
|
2:00 pm
|
Sharing“tool box” tips and strategies for improving student engagement and behaviour– Ruth Kirkby & Nicola Hering
A practical workshop for teacher aides with simple, cost-effective ideas & plans to use every day to encourage and support students in their learning and participation.
|
|
|
|
|
3:30 pm
|
Meet & Eat
|
|
|
|
|
4:00 pm
|
Climbing Mountains - Stacey Charbachi
An inspirational story that illustrates that there are no limits to a teacher aide’s career.
|
|
4:45 pm
|
Retreat Close
|
