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Trip | Internship in Australia
Teacher Assistant Internship in Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Quick Facts
about this position
Working hours
none
Minimum age
from 18 years
Education
none required
Language skills
Good english knowledge
About this position
The Teacher Assistant Internship Program provides individuals with the opportunity to work as teaching assistants (TAs) in Australian classrooms. TAs play a crucial role in supporting classroom teachers and addressing the diverse needs of students. Responsibilities include supporting instruction, supervising students, providing one-on-one assistance, grading, and managing classroom behavior.
Participants in the program gain various valuable skills and experiences, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, organizational skills, time management, empathy, instructional skills, conflict resolution, cultural competency, and classroom management. These skills are transferable to various professions beyond education, showcasing qualities highly valued in workplaces.
What to expect
The Australian classrooms differ in their education system, curriculum, school year structure, uniform policies, multicultural environment, emphasis on outdoor education, Indigenous studies, physical education and sports, religious education, teaching and learning style, assessment methods, and technological integration. The internship program provides participants with a comprehensive experience, allowing them to immerse themselves in the Australian education industry, work closely with educators, and gain insights into inclusive teaching practices.
The teacher assistant Intern would be responsible for the following:
Supporting instructor
Supervising students
providing one-on-one assistance
grading and record keeping
managing classroom behavior
assisting with special needs students
offering language support
providing feedback to teachers
administrative tasks
supervising activities
Requirements:
Age: 18-35 years old
English Proficiency
Working with Children Check
The internship program operates during school terms dates only!
School Terms
Term 1 2024 NSW Tuesday 30 January 2024 - Friday 12 April 2024
Term 2 2024 NSW Monday 29 April 2024 - Friday 5 July 2024
Term 3 2024 NSW Monday 22 July 2024 - Friday 27 September 2024
Term 4 2024 NSW Monday 14 October 2024 - Friday 20 December 2024
Minimum duration for an internship at a school is 4 consecutive weeks completed within a single term.
Maximum duration is 22 consecutive weeks. This may be completed over multiple terms with a minimum of 4 consecutive weeks completed within a single term.
Itinerary of your stay abroad
Internship abroad program
Arrival at the Airport
Arriving in a new country is always exciting. We want your arrival to be as relaxed as possible. Upon special request, you will be picked you up at the airport and will be brought to your host family or your shared flat. A driver will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign with your name on it. If you cannot find a flight at the desired date, don’t worry. You can choose another one a few days earlier or later.
Orientation program
Within the first days of your arrival one of the team members of our partner organisation will visit you and show you around. You will get to know the country and its people and you will be informed about Do’s and Dont’s. Your local contact person will also provide useful hints for a better starting point in a new lifestyle. You can also join in a language course if you so desire.
Your internship starts
On the first day of your project, you are usually accompanied by a member of our local partner who will answer all of your questions. The further project days your local contact person will always be available for you via phone if you have any concerns or issues to share with somebody.
Free time & weekend
The weekend is totally yours! You may ask your local contact person from our partner organisation about upcoming events, sights, shopping tips or other must see’s. On some days there will be field trips organized by our partner organization. We recommend you to join them as it is always fun to experience a new country with others.
Departure
You shall contact your local contact person a few days prior to your departure to inform about options for your airport drop-off. It will not be included in the services of the internship programs, but our partner organization will help you organize it.
Ready to get started?
Teacher Assistant Internship in Sydney
Flexible dates
min. 4 weeks
from 18 years
Good english knowledge
from
1250 EUR
Questions? We will help you!
Contact usYour accommodation
Our partner organizations all established a broad network of several lodges, guest houses, apartments or shared flats, which can be organized for you. No matter what king of apartment or room you desire, all rooms meet the required standard. If you so desire, our partner organization can arrange an accommodation in the centre of the city or outside. In the end, it is up to you, which room or apartment you want to rent during your stay abroad. The mediation process will approximately take 1 to 3 weeks.
How does the organization request work?
If you have already decided, which project you want to join, our partner organization will look for an accommodation which is close to the project and they will check availabilities. If you have any special demands, please make a note in your registration form. If our partner found an appropriate accommodation, you will receive more information and pictures.
How can I benefit from the accommodation service of Studentsgoabroad?
You will not only save a lot of time making use of our professional placement services. Moreover, you avoid disappointing situations such as arriving in a new country, in an apartment you have never seen before. Our partner organization will have a look at every room and will check its standards. In general, all accommodations meet the standards regarding cleanness and equipment. Our partner organization has established a broad network of contacts which are reliable and safe. We will confirm your accommodation prior to your arrival.
Which services are included?
- Search for an appropriate accommodation according to your demands
- Availability check for your stay abraod
- Assisting you in the booking process
Our Service
Internship abroad service - what's in and what's not in
Services for your internship abroad include the active support in the preparation of your entire stay abroad. The team of our partner organization in each country supports you, wherever you require it:
What’s included:
- Individual internship placement according your desired branch and time
- Contractual procedures between the company and the applicant
- Assisting visa application
- Information about cheap flights, travel insurances and other important travel documents
- Orientation on site through a staff member
- Tips and information about freetime activities
- Contact person during your stay abroad
- 24-hour emergency number
- Regular meetings with all volunteers or interns
Optional additional services:
- Arrangement of accommodation
- Airport transportation with direct transfer to your accommodation
- Organization of a rental car or scooter
What’s not included:
- Visa
- Flights
- Insurance
- Local transport
- Food and beverage
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