Teaching Assistant (Primary)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Department: Academic

Report to: Head of Primary via Head of Teaching Assistant

Aim

To assist students within the classroom with their learning. To support teachers and help provide the most effective learning environment for students.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Supporting the students

1. To develop knowledge of a range of learning support that can be given to students
2. Work with groups of students or individuals to help them engage in the learning objectives of the lesson. e.g.:

          - clarifying and explaining instructions

          - ensuring the student is able to use the equipment and materials provided

          - motivating and encouraging the student

          - assisting students in areas of weakness, behavior, ability to focus, reading

          - question students to ensure their understanding

          - encourage group work and try to involve all students

          - praise students and develop their self esteem

Supporting the teacher

      3.To help organize the classroom in a clear way

4. To assist in the preparation of resources and equipment needed for lessons
5. To assist with the displays in the class and around the school
6. To work alongside the teacher during lessons
7. To inform the teacher of individual student difficulties or achievement that has been observed during lessons
8. To supervise the classes movement around the school and to specialist lessons
9. To consistently maintain behavior codes of conduct

Supporting the school

    10.Contribute to the development of the whole-school, including attendance at staff meetings, in-service training days and through membership of ‘task / working groups’  and through support of school functions.

   11.Maintain an interest in, and overview of, educational developments, especially in relation to teaching and learning.

     12.Maintain a full application of the principles laid down in school policy documentation - e.g. Code of Conduct, Dress Code, etc.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Undertake supervision duties at break or lunchtime and before or after school.
2. Undertake any other duties that the Headmaster, Head of Primary or Head of Teaching Assistant may reasonably request from time to time.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum educational qualification:  Bachelor Degree
• Minimum no. of years of working experience:  2 years.
• Good command in English
• Be able to relate well with the students and expat staff.
• Be creative
• Proactive and positive thinking

Contact : HR Department

Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School

• BANGKOK PREP PRIMARY CAMPUS: 23 SUKHUMVIT 53, VADHANA BANGKOK, 10110
• BANGKOK PREP SECONDARY CAMPUS: 77 SUKHUMVIT 77, VADHANA BANGKOK, 10110

Tel. 02-260-7890,02-700-5858 Ext.234,255,113,148

www.bkkprep.ac.th