Looking back at 2020, we are sure you would agree that it was an extraordinary year that redefined how we live, work and play. Perhaps the biggest impact of the pandemic has been the isolation, and the social, emotional and economic consequences of social distancing.

To this end, technology has played a key role, by enabling us to stay connected with others, both at home and in the workplace.

 

We feel privileged that we were able to interact with so many of you at our live webinars this year; and in 2021 we will continue to bring you a full calendar of virtual events. Next year, our focus will be on building the capability of school teaching teams, many of which will be presented by school leaders.

As we sign off for the year, we would like to once more acknowledge the essential work performed by school staff, and sincerely thank each and every one of you for your dedication during this challenging year.

The ATA team will be enjoying a 3 week break from 21 December 2020 until 8 January 2021.

We wish you a happy and safe Christmas, and a well-earned holiday break. See you in the New Year!

Warm regards

Stella and Mandy

With 200 students, Longreach State School is the biggest primary school in central outback Queensland. 

 

For the past 5 years the school has been a member of ATA, enabling the teacher aide team to develop the skills and knowledge they need for their diverse job roles. 

 

We recently met with Tracey and the team to find out how they use ATA professional learning for Annual Performance and Development Planning and goal setting.

9 February

Workplace Bullying Part 2 – What it is and what your organisation can do about it - Nerio Baldini, Enable Workplace Consulting

 

9 March

Maximising student outcomes at Oak Flats High School – Jo Opie, Head Teacher, Jamboree Centre

 

6 April

The Science of Reading - How Clayton South Primary School provide evidence based reading support – Greg Clement, Principal

 

11 May

Building school capability to support students with hearing loss – Zoe Molgaard, Tagai College, Torres Strait

 

8 June

How to avoid and manage meltdowns in students – Louise Griffiths, Teacher, Mount Evelyn Christian Schools

 

13 July

Step Up Stand Tall - Changing the Mindset of the Paraprofessional – Taryn Riles, 2020 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year, Boorowa Central School

 

10 August

How to empower yourself and others to cope positively to life’s challenges - Dr Paula Barrett, Director, FRIENDS Resilience

 

7 September

Supporting gifted and talented learners Part 1 - Myth Busting - Julia Bailey, Principal, Rocklea State School

 

12 October

Supporting gifted and talented learners Part 2 - Giftedness 101 - 

Julia Bailey, Principal, Rocklea State School

 

9 November

Supporting gifted and talented learners Part 3 - A Whole School Approach - Julia Bailey, Principal, Rocklea State School

 

 

Participation is free for members. Non-members pay per event - EARLY BIRD registration ends 31 January 2021.

All web events will be held at 3.30pm AEST.

Our sincere thanks go to the following presenters who contributed their expertise to improve student learning and well being:

Alexina Baldini, Psychologist, Enable Workplace Consulting, for presenting a three-part series on trauma following the devastating Black Summer bushfires (and unbeknown to all, in preparation of what was to come!)

Beth Berghan, Personal, Business and Executive Success Coach, for stepping in and helping us turn our fears about COVID-19 into a fierce focus

Jeff Souter, Statewide Advisory Visiting Teacher, Assistive Technologies, Department of Education QLD, for returning to update us on the assistive and inclusive technologies available in schools 

Patty Duque, Certified Coach, Speaker and Author, for presenting a special event during Australian Teacher Aide Appreciation Week on how to change our words to change our life

Nerio Baldini, Prevention of Bullying and Conflict Resolution Specialist, Enable Workplace Consulting, for informing us about the impact of bullying on individuals in the workplace

Maureen Toyn, Education Support Teacher at North Metropolitan TAFE Perth, WA, for sharing her insights from her Aboriginal learning journey to the Kimberley.

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