Sample teaching assistant job description
At [SchoolX], we pride ourselves on giving students a fulfilling learning experience in a welcoming environment. Our teachers count on teaching assistants to bring the 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 child (or student) development, supervision, and education. He/She will be expected to help prepare lesson plans on a regular basis, ensuring students’ needs and concerns are met and supported during execution. Strong interpersonal communication skills and a positive, patient attitude are essential to the role.
Objectives of this role
- Support the teacher in execution of lesson plans, providing individual attention to student(s) during individual and group sessions
- Cultivate a positive, organized learning atmosphere by maintaining a fun and interactive classroom that is clean, organized, developmentally appropriate and engaging
- Follow and uphold school rules and standards, ensuring all activities, services, and programs are conducted in a manner that is sensitive to, and shows respect for, cultural and ethnic diversity
- Safely supervise students in and out of the classroom, following all guidelines and implementing all school standards with the guidance of the classroom teacher
Daily and monthly responsibilities
- Assist the teacher in organizing the learning environment, preparing and maintaining materials and resources, and grading tests and homework
- Verify and track attendance of students, observe student performance, contribute to reports, and maintain records as required
- Lead small-group instruction and discussion, providing support, as appropriate, for students with communication and interaction difficulties, cognition and learning difficulties, and other behavioral, emotional, and social developmental issues
- Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, setting up equipment, and photocopying
- Participate in meetings and events, and use all communication channels effectively to support the smooth running of the education team
Skills and qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Proven experience working with students
- Effective communication skills; oral, written, and visual
- Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
- Comfortable interacting with children, guardians, and staff
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree
- Experience developing lesson plans
- Experience with special needs students
- Ability to be flexible and adjust to changes in a dynamic environment
