Nibras International School is looking for a qualified Teaching Assistant and bus monitor to join the school as soon as possible.
Job Purpose :
For all staff in school we share a responsibility to ensure that children are always safe and properly supervised. Our school is committed to amazing learning - providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to NIS policies and code of conduct and commit to promoting our vision – A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress.
A teacher assistant supports the teacher of the class in educating children. An assistant basically handles tasks that free the teacher to focus on the learning agenda for the day. They are responsible for human support and paraprofessional work assisting the teacher with instructional activities and assisting students by reinforcing material already presented through special efforts and repetitions. Assisting teachers in managing, organizing and coordinating all tasks related to the respective section.
Key qualities and skills :
- General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching
- Ability to deal effectively with students and teachers
- Skilled in the use of classroom and instructional equipment
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, and students
- Important Skills : Enthusiasm, imagination, energy, adaptability, patience and responsibility
Key duties include :
The Teacher Assistant must undertake various tasks, including :
Organize, prepare and pass out project materials, setting up audio equipment and track attendanceMaintain classroom supplies and help children retrieve materials, clean-up workspaces and gather belongingsCollect and display suitable material for educational displays and decorate classrooms and corridorsSupervise snack and other related dutiesAssist the classroom teacher and accept all duties assigned in support of teaching and learningPerform a variety of office assistance tasks such as photocopying, filing, answering the telephone, etc. as requiredHealth and Safety :
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilitiesAssist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conductEnsure that all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are in the classroomsMaintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in schoolEnsure all students are seated and belted during their travel in the school busAssist in handing over the student to an authorized adult when dropping them homeBus attendant :
Monitor students and maintain order on the busEnsure the safety of each student at all timesCheck the attendance of the students registered on the busInform the teacher / parent about any absencesEnsure that all the seats are empty and all students left the bus at the end of each trip.Position Requirements :
Education : a minimum of high school diploma
Experience : 2 years experience working as a teacher assistant or in any relevant role.
Competencies :
Good oral and written communication skillsWilling attitude to be a part of the school teamStrong sense of professionalismSafeguarding and welfare of childrenExcellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written formA collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skillsBehavior managementAttributes :
Empathetic listenerIntegrity and confidentialityInternationally mindedEmotional intelligenceIntercultural awareness, creativeFlexible and a can-do attitude#J-18808-Ljbffr