Teacher Early Years

ISP Preschool Teacher Assistant Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the lead teacher in creating a safe nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. This role involves assisting with classroom management preparing instructional materials supervising children during activities and promoting positive social emotional and cognitive development. The assistant helps ensure that each childs needs are met in alignment with the curriculum and the preschools educational goals.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Classroom Instruction
   Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans learning activities and educational games that align with the preschool curriculum.
2. Supervise and Engage Children
   Monitor children during classroom activities playtime meals and outdoor play to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
3. Assist with Behavior Management
   Reinforce classroom rules and help guide children in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
4. Prepare Learning Materials
   Help set up and organize classroom materials resources and displays to support hands-on learning and creativity.
5. Maintain a Safe and Clean Environment
   Ensure classroom spaces are clean organized and free from hazards; assist with sanitizing toys surfaces and equipment.
6. Provide Individualized Support
   Offer one-on-one or small group assistance to children who need extra help with activities or emotional support.
7. Observe and Report
   Observe childrens development and behavior; communicate concerns or notable progress to the lead teacher.
8. Support Routines and Transitions
   Help children with daily routines such as arrivals departures toileting meals and rest time fostering independence and consistency.
9. Encourage Positive Interaction
   Model respectful inclusive and cooperative behavior to promote a positive classroom culture.
10. Collaborate with Team Members
    Work closely with the lead teacher and other staff to ensure consistency in teaching practices and child care.

Skills Qualifications and Experience

Skills:

• Patience and empathy Ability to respond calmly and kindly to young children
• Strong communication skills With both children and adults (teachers parents)
• Teamwork Collaborative mindset and willingness to follow guidance
• Observation skills Able to recognize developmental milestones or concerns
• Creativity and enthusiasm Engaging children through play and learning
• Organizational skills Managing materials routines and tasks efficiently
• Adaptability Comfortable adjusting to changes in schedule or child needs
• Cultural sensitivity Respectful and inclusive of all backgrounds and abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree Lic. Educacin Preescolar or equivalent (required)
• TKT Training Course

Experience:

• Prior experience working with young children in an educational or care setting (preferred)

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles.

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online due diligence search references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying hiring developing and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender ethnicity sexual orientation and gender expression age disability status neurodivergence socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.