Teaching Assistant 教师助理
Job Responsibilities:
Teaching and learning
· Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the Class Teacher and Head of TA.
· Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for students, help monitor their progress and feedback to the form Teacher and Head of TA .
· Provide support for individuals and groups of students inside and outside the classroom
· Undertake some teaching tasks with groups of students following plans as prepared by teachers
· Assist class teachers in assessment and record keeping
· Support students with emotional/behavioural issues and help develop their social and personal skills
· To encourage and support the skills of independence and self reliance
· Undertake routine tasks to support the curriculum and assist with events e.g outings, field trips and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
· Provide feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher
· Provide feedback to teachers through verbal or written notes
· Prepare resources and materials for new student arriving in school throughout the academic year
· Support the teacher in creating a positive learning environment
· Increased student/teacher/ parent satisfaction regarding class support
Qualifications/Experience/Knowledge
· College’s Degree or above (preferably in Education, English etc)
· Hold a Kindergarten Teaching Certificate
· Practical knowledge of equipment, including IT equipment where appropriate, to support learning in a variety of lessons and learning environments either on a one-to-one basis or small groups, under the direction and supervision of the teacher
· Ability to recognise changes in students' behaviour and report to the teacher
· Ability to complete straightforward paperwork e.g. incident report form
· Ability to communicate clearly with students and others
· Ability to explain straightforward tasks and activities to students under the direction of the teacher.
· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
· Ability to work with small groups of students carrying out specific tasks or on field trips etc.
· Ability to make straightforward decisions on when to refer queries/problems to another member of staff
· Ability to manage students’ behaviour on the bus journey and deal with emergency and other unforeseen situation.
· Use of keyboard and mouse may be required if supporting students using IT equipment
· Use of paper cutter, craft knives, glue guns etc when displaying work or helping pupils in practical lessons