Your responsibilities

• JOB PURPOSE:
• The Secondary Learning Support Assistant Teacher will provide an adapted instructional program by collaborating with classroom teachers and the Learning Support Coordinator to advance the academic and behavioral development of a specific student in the Learning Support Department. Additionally, the Learning Support Assistant may be expected to work with and support other students within the Learning Support Department.
• DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• ● Use various strategies and techniques to support the student’s ability to participate in class lessons to the greatest extent possible. This includes modifying the curriculum in core academic subjects.
• ● Prepare various teaching aids needed to support student learning (visual schedules, reward charts, etc).
• ● Collect data on the student’s goals for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and engaging in data-based decision-making.
• ● Supervise or lead small group instructional activities as appropriate and directed by the Learning Support Coordinator.
• ● While the main function of the assistant is to support the development of a specific student, the assistant teacher may be directed to support other students in the class as appropriate.
• ● On occasion, the assistant teacher may be required to work with the student in an environment other than the main classroom (Ex: an area where the child can be more physically active or a smaller room where the student can focus) until the child can join the regular class again.
• ● Participate in parent meetings with the Learning Support Case Manager as necessary.
• ● Maintain a calm demeanor and deliver consistent consequences for inappropriate student behavior (restorative justice, time-outs, etc).
• ● Reward student behavior that meets expectations (smiles, high-fives, verbal praise, and other rewards as necessary).
• ● Intervene in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and/or therapeutic approaches for the purpose of diffusing confrontations and minimizing disruptions.
• ● Assist the student all day, including during specialist lessons.
• ● Assist in the maintenance of the classroom organization (e.g. tidying, filing, etc).
• ● Effectively apply the most up-to-date, research-based strategies to address the needs of diverse learners with the support of the Learning Support Coordinator.
• ● Supervise the student off-site on school trips and other external visits.
• ● Collaborate positively with all school community members (students, colleagues, parents, leaders).
• ● Model the skills and attitudes of global citizenship, antiracism, and intercultural sensitivity.
• ● Support and promote the school’s shared understanding of high-quality learning, mission, and learning goals.
• ● Work cooperatively with parents to create strong partnerships.
• ● Attend school-sponsored events & activities.
• ● Participate in the after-school activities program.
• ● Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Our requirements

• Degree in Education from an accredited institution. Bachelor’s Degree minimum, Master's Degree, and Special Education certification/specialization preferred.
• Successful previous experience working with students with learning disabilities preferred.
• English Language Proficiency.

What we offer

• Full-time work under an employment contract in an international environment.

• A nice and friendly international atmosphere with great support from the supervisor and other team members.

• Wide range of benefits.

• Extensive opportunities for professional development with funding from the School.

• A well-equipped workplace.

• Free weekends, holidays, and additional breaks during the school year, according to the ISK calendar.