JOB TITLE: Primary Teaching Assistant
REPORTS TO: Lead Teacher & Key Stage Coordinator
DEPARTMENT : Teaching
WORKING LANGUAGE: English
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 7:20 am to 4:00 pm with occasional Saturday work as required.
LOCATION: Abuja Nigeria
JOB PURPOSE: Under the guidance of the class teacher or key stage coordinator the Primary Teaching Assistant shall provide support for pupils who require help to enable access to learning and to assist in the management of pupils; to assist all pupils to develop emotional security selfbelief and mature social skills. The teaching assistant may also plan and deliver lessons under the guidance of the lead teacher.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE: This description supplements the teaching assistant contract. Teaching is vital to school operations responsible for students education and safety. The teaching assistant is the essence of the work of the school. Each assistant is responsible for the education of the students in their class. In addition it is the role of each assistant to be sure that all students are safe secure and properly supervised at all times.
The Primary Teaching Assistant is selected by the Director of Schools in consultation with the HOS and Key Stage Coordinator.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS:
• Supporting children across the curriculum often with a particular focus on maths reading and writing
• Giving extra help to children with special needs or those for whom English is not their first language
• Helping to develop programmes of learning activities and adapting appropriate materials
• Motivating and encouraging pupils
• Assisting with marking and correcting work
• Take account of students prior levels of attainment and use them to set targets for future improvements.
• Maintain good discipline by adherence to the advice given to staff in the staff handbook and elsewhere.
• Work with the Class teacher to monitor the class schedule
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment
• Revise lesson material with students individually or in small groups
• Ensure the classroom environment is safe and clean
• Oversee students during nonclassroom times including inbetween classes during lunch and on field activities.
• Supervise and provide particular support for pupils including those with special needs ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of a teacher
• Ensure health and safety measures are followed.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Demonstrate professionalism and cultural inclusivity.
• Understand and adhere to school policies and guidelines.
• Prioritise safeguarding of children.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
• Financial accountability and classroom resource management.
• Effective teaching methods engaging all pupils.
• Adherence to school policies attendance at meetings and contribution to school events.
• Curriculum planning classroom management and displays of student work.
• Positive attitude and interpersonal relations.
Requirements
• Bachelor s Degree in Education or related field with teaching certification.
• Additional certifications and 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• British curriculum teaching experience is a MUST.
Bachelor s Degree in Education or related field with teaching certification. Additional certifications and 3 years of relevant experience preferred. British curriculum teaching experience is a MUST.
Location: Abuja
Posted: Sept. 2, 2024, 8:06 a.m.
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