ASSISTANT TEACHER
Job Description
Purpose of Role
The Kindergarten Teaching Assistant supports the lead teacher in delivering a safe,nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role contributes to students’ early development by assisting in educational activities, promoting social and emotional growth, and ensuring the well-being and safety of all students.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the lead teacher in planning and implementing daily classroom activities.
- Assist in delivering age-appropriate lessons and learning experiences.
- Help manage classroom behavior in a positive and supportive manner.
- Provide individual and small group support to students as needed.
- Supervise students during class, transitions, recess, and other school activities.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
- Assist with classroom organization, materials preparation, and displays.
- Monitor students’ well-being and report any concerns to the lead teacher.
- Support the development of students’ social, emotional, and communication skills.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student development and school initiatives.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in working with young children.
- Classroom support and basic behavior management skills.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Adaptability and proactive attitude.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy, Education, or a related field (mandatory).
- Degree must be completed with official certification (Título).
- Advanced level of English (required).
Experience
- Previous experience working with young children in a school setting is desirable.
- Experience supporting classroom activities or early childhood education is a plus.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding
and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.