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Supervise students outside the classroom

Supervise students outside the classroom

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS049
State Code
ODK68
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/07/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2021
Field of Education
070199 - Teacher Education, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/11/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to supervise students in school grounds and community settings during sporting, recreational and other activities outside the classroom environment.The unit applies to education support workers who operate under the guidance and supervision of a teacher or other educational professional. They work mainly in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify potential risks.
  • 1.1. Assess the environment for physical hazards and impediments to the active supervision of students.
  • 1.2. Identify physical, psychological and logistical risks to be considered in the risk evaluation.
  • 1.3. Use planning strategies and organisational policies and procedures to address identified risks and hazards in activities.
  • 1.4. Access information about needs of students to inform the supervisory process.
  • 1.5. Review information about student health and medical needs and use to inform decisions.
2. Use positive student management techniques.
  • 2.1. Establish expectations for student behaviour in advance of the activity according to the organisation’s positive behaviour support plan.
  • 2.2. Model positive interactions with students and other adults at all times.
  • 2.3. Use verbal and non-verbal techniques that acknowledge and influence student behaviour.
  • 2.4. Supervise and monitor area of responsibility and students, and respond to situations in a timely manner.
  • 2.5. Use planned strategies in a timely manner to prevent escalation of incidents.
3. Maintain calm and confident demeanour.
  • 3.1. Monitor and control personal stress levels through use of recognised techniques.
  • 3.2. Articulate verbal directions in a clear and moderate tone and repeat this where necessary.
  • 3.3. Assess situations and determine suitable action based on situation severity.
  • 3.4. Summon assistance when necessary using the organisation’s planned methods of communication.
  • 3.5. Follow organisational debriefing and reporting processes.
4. Review and reflect on the effectiveness of strategies and performance.
  • 4.1. Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies through collaboration with other members of the education team.
  • 4.2. Reflect on own performance and identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
  • 4.3. Identify potential for changed approaches and follow organisational policies and procedures for revision.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG792 CHCEDS023 Supervise students outside the classroom Unit of competency