Preschool Aide
ANZSCO 422115
3,100
79%
98%
46 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.
About this career
Preschool Aides provide care and supervision for children at preschool centres under the direction of Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers.
What they typically do
- Demonstrates, supervises and participates in activities which enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in schools and pre-school centres.
- Prepares indoor and outdoor areas for learning and recreational activities.
- Assists children with intellectual, physical and behavioural difficulties with their academic studies.
- Assists children individually to learn social skills.
- Assists with preparing teaching aids, and copying and collating written and printed material.
- Distributes and collects lesson materials.
States and territories
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Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Preschool Aide.
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Associate Degree First Nations Cultural Language Education Xfnle1
XFNLE1 · AQF 6 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Rudolf Steiner Education
11298NAT · AQF 6 · 1 providers
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Associate Degree in Early Years Education (Exit Only)
· AQF 6 · 1 providers