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International School of Beijing ES Chinese Program Teaching Assistant in Beijing, China
To assist the teachers in achieving learning objectives that promote student success within and outside the classroom.
The Teacher Assistant will provide:
clerical support
student support: individual or small group instruction
student supervision: individual students, small groups or large groups
The Teacher Assistant is expected to provide student instructional support on a consistent basis as directed by the supervising teacher.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES:
Under supervision and guidance of the classroom teacher, contributes to classroom or school-level educational program and its organization and management.
Provide individual and/or small group instruction to students
Contribute to and maintain assigned classroom records and files in a complete, up-to-date manner
Assists with organization/management of all curricular areas as directed by a teacher.
Maintain instructional materials as required
Prepare, compile and copy instructional materials
Distribute and collect materials
Perform setup and cleanup for instructional projects
Contributes to management of student’s behavior within and outside the classroom.
Assist teachers in conducting instructional or developmental activities
Supervise children during arrival/departure time, recess/lunch periods, and transition times while moving among learning spaces or between campus venues
Complete supervisory duties assigned to ensure the safety and well-being of children
Supervise students while the teacher is occupied
Participate in formal and informal staff meetings as requested or assigned
Serve as a substitute for classroom teachers as needed
Understands and exhibits good judgment in interpersonal and human relations with colleagues, students and community
Develop rapport with students
Serve as a positive role model for students
Use communication skills and conflict resolution strategies to promote positive relationships with students, staff members, and parents.
Develop understanding and show sensitivity toward students who require specific needs
Demonstrates understanding of rules and regulations covering confidential and sensitive issues.
Handle sensitive and confidential documents, communications, incidents, etc., with due discretion and in a conscientious manner
Maintain confidentiality of students’ grades, attendance and behavior records, and files
Observes International School of Beijing’s employment guidelines.
Observe designated work hours
Comply with ISB’s guidelines regarding employee dress, conduct and behavior
Demonstrate safe, ethical and responsible behavior
Participate in other duties as assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of full-time work experience
Demonstrated proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken
Experience and/or knowledge of an inquiry-based, project-based educational setting
Genuine interest to serve elementary school-aged children
Demonstrated adaptability and openness to new ideas
Ability to follow directions, be an active listener, and take initiative
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
Appropriate computer skills
Possess sufficient mobility to monitor students and manage student behavior in classroom and non-classroom situations.