Teaching Assistant - Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education

Job Description

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our lead teachers and ensuring a safe, engaging, and productive learning environment for children from preschool through secondary school. Your responsibilities will include assisting with lesson planning, classroom management, and communicating with parents about student progress.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to design and implement effective lesson plans.
• Facilitate indoor and outdoor activities to promote learning and development.
• Assist in monitoring students’ participation and engagement.
• Aid with personal care tasks like feeding and changing as required.
• Ensure that the classroom is safe and conducive to learning.
• Foster open communication with parents regarding students' daily activities.
• Organize educational materials and resources for lessons.
• Encourage a supportive and inclusive environment among students.
• Attend professional development workshops to improve teaching skills.
• Contribute to creating a positive classroom atmosphere.

Requirements

Education

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• Working with Children Check

Experience

• No experience required, but prior experience in a childcare or educational setting is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Classroom Management
• Use of Educational Software

Soft Skills

• Patience
• Communication
• Teamwork

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Fluency in a second language: Ability to speak a second language is advantageous and enhances communication with diverse student backgrounds.
• Experience with special needs children: Experience working with children with special needs is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment focused on growth.
• Health and wellbeing programs.

Company Culture

• Collaborative Spirit: Team collaboration is at the heart of our approach to education and development.
• Student-Centered Learning: We focus on student-centered practices that enhance learning and personal growth.