Sample teaching assistant job description
At [School X], we take pride in offering students a fulfilling learning experience in a welcoming environment. Our teachers count on teaching assistants to bring their best to the classroom every day. We’re searching for a qualified teaching assistant to join us in delivering the high-quality education we’re known for. The ideal candidate will have experience with student (or child) development, supervision, and education. This person will help prepare lesson plans on a regular basis, ensuring that students’ needs and concerns are met. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a positive, patient attitude are essential in this role.
Objectives of this role
- Support teacher in executing lesson plans, and provide individual attention to students during group sessions
- Cultivate a positive, organized learning atmosphere by maintaining a classroom that is clean, engaging, and developmentally appropriate
- Adhere to school rules and standards, ensuring that all activities, services, and programs are sensitive to, and respectful of, cultural and ethnic diversity
- Supervise the safety of students in and out of the classroom, following guidelines and implementing school standards under the direction of teacher
Responsibilities
- Assist teacher in organizing the learning environment, preparing materials, maintaining resources, and grading tests and homework
- Verify and track student attendance, observe student performance, contribute to progress reports, and maintain records as required
- Lead small-group instruction and discussion, and provide support to students who have difficulty with communication, interaction, cognition, and learning, as well as other behavioral, emotional, and developmental issues
- Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, setting up equipment, and photocopying
- Participate in meetings and events, and use communication channels effectively to support the education team
Required skills and qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven success in working with students
- Highly effective verbal, written, and visual communication skills
- Understanding of basic principles of child development
- Ability to interact comfortably with children, parents, guardians, and staff
- Ability to be flexible and adjust to changes in a dynamic environment
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in child development or related field
- Experience in developing lesson plans
- Experience with special-needs students
