Support Teacher Learning Assistance (STLA)

The STLA assists schools to cater for those students in mainstream classes who are experiencing difficulties in learning. These teachers are appointed on a needs basis; the need determined by the results of the NAPLAN tests.

The role of the STLA includes the following;

• Assist in identification and assessment of students with learning difficulties.

• Assist teachers with meeting the needs of students. This may include the provision of resources and programming specifically for individual students identified as requiring assistance.

• Assist students who are experiencing difficulties with literacy and numeracy.

• Test new students for class placement, including all Year 6 students prior to entry into high school(Year 7).

• Liaise with The Primary feeder schools to facilitate the transition process from Year 6 to Year 7.

• Organise Special Provisions for the School Certificate and Higher School Certificate.

• Analyse National Literacy and Numeracy Test results.

• Are active members of the Learning Team.