Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant required for Dubai . which required following roles and responsibilities.

Job Purpose of Teaching Assistant

Ability to work with other teachers as directed.
Teaching assistants role is to assist with various tasks on a regular basis.
ability to hold whole class of children as well as small groups in an emergency situation.
Taken assistance from school the Principal or Senior Management Team.
Teaching assistants are fully insured to supervise groups of children inside and outside the classrooms
Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.here

Ability to help teacher with reading related activities.
Run small group activities in and outside the classroom as asked by the teacher.
Prepare and ready up classroom activities. accesive work displays and assist with preparation of displays.
Scan copy of all documents and assist with preparation of worksheets
Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Responsible for covering class for short periods of time in emergency situations.
Ready up and reorganise stock cupboards and distribute new stock.
Take children to toilet and change/clean them when necessary.Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum eg literacy, numeracy and Phonetics.Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.schedule and attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Ensure tact, confidentiality and discretion at all times. Maintain confidential information and ensure information pertaining to students and the school is not shared or discussed without the approval of the teacher or senior management team.

Person Specification for Teaching Assistant

Excellent level of general education especially in Maths and English
Strong communication skills with excellent standard of written and spoken English. ICT skills desirable. Able to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues
Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children preferred

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