Teaching Assistant
Position Summary Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
CIS seeks experienced candidates for the position of Teaching Assistant (TA). TAs are important members of our teaching team. They support classroom teachers in providing productive, safe learning environments. Several positions are available.
- Early years classroom: support play-based learning in a whole-class setting with children ages 18 months to 5 years old
- Elementary School classroom: support inquiry-based learning in a small group or whole-class setting with children ages 5 to 12 years old
- Middle and High School classroom: support academic learning and targeted learning support in whole class or small group settings with children 12 to 19 years old
- Support the teacher in providing instruction and in creating an effective learning environment
- Help to prepare and organize classroom materials
- Engage with the teacher in using positive behavioural supports and contributing to the creation of a safe, welcoming, respectful learning environment
- Practice active supervision outside of the classroom, including in the playground, cafeteria, corridors and common areas
- Attend Parent-Teacher Interviews and other school events if required
- Qualifications and Experience
- High school diploma; advanced education desirable
- Previous experience as a teaching assistant, ideally in a WASC- or CIS-accredited international school
- Knowledge, Competencies and Attributes
- Proficient in written and spoken English
- Genuine commitment to student success and well-being
- General understanding of child development or interest in gaining this understanding
- Able to provide positive motivation and to build rapport with students
- Brings a flexible, collaborative approach and able to adapt to changing classroom needs and priorities
- Able to empathize with others and to use strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates cultural competence and enjoys learning about other cultures
- Comfortable engaging with the concepts of diversity, belonging and well-being
- Able to use a computer, Google Workspace and email
