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Teaching Assistant job description

Use this Teaching Assistant job description template to advertise open roles for your school.

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Written by Wynt AI
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Responsibilities

  • Help the teacher to create and develop lesson plans for each lesson.

  • Help to teach classes of up to 25 children of varying ages.

  • Use the resources available to ensure that learning is fun whilst keeping in line with the curriculum.

  • Assist with preparing the classroom for the day, including getting out books, and learning materials.

  • Help children who need extra support to understand their lessons ranging from Math, English, Science, and also IT.

  • Engage with children during lesson time and listen to their aspirations and be encouraging.

  • Ensure that you engage the class for feedback on a regular basis.

  • Safeguard children, by keeping a keen eye on them, and ensuring that anything untoward is reported to the teacher of the class.

  • Help children to learn to resolve disputes effectively, but monitoring and managing their behavior towards each other.

  • Report any serious bullying allegations to the principal.

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    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in either English, Maths, Science, or general education

    • Previous experience in a teaching assistant role, or role within the early years of education would be desirable

    • Good listening skills

    • Must be able to pass an enhanced background check

    • Patient, kind, and friendly in nature

    • Excellent communication skills & problem-solving skills

    • Good report writing skills

    • Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Office

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