Teaching Assistant (Primary 2) - Springforth Community School

Springforth Community School is a Christian multicultural educational institution that has provided quality education for over 15 years. Our mission is to provide quality nursery, primary and secondary education, in a nurturing stimulating environment. We offer the Cambridge and Ghana Education Service curricula

Job Description

Reports to: Principal

Main Purpose of Job

• Assist the main Class Teacher to support the learning needs of students.
• Provide individual support to students with specific learning needs
• Maintain a positive, disciplined, and supportive environment.

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Main Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Support

• Work under the direct guidance of the Class Teacher.
• Assist the Class Teacher in delivering learning activities that cater to the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Provide one-to-one learning support for selected students.
• Monitor, record, and report students’ progress and development to the teacher
• Assist in developing learning resources in creative ways that accelerate learning.
• Assist in organizing the classroom and creating displays to encourage a positive and stimulating environment.
• Assist Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment
• Communicate with parents, as appropriate, in relation to the child’s academic progress
• Undertake break, lunchtime, and after-school supervision in accordance with the staff duty roster.
• Participate in school events and activities including weekends and evenings.
• Work together with colleagues to achieve the learning objectives of the school.

 

Required Skills or Experience

• To be considered for the role of teaching assistant you will need:
• A Diploma or Certificate in Education
• Prior experience teaching and caring for children
• An ability to communicate clearly with teachers and younger individuals
• An ability to create an encouraging learning environment for pupils
• Understanding and sensitivity towards children
• Knowledge of lessons that pupils are required to learn in class
• An ability to carry out tasks involving a computer or hand-device

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