Teaching Assistant Intensive Learning Support (Full-Time)

The International School of Brussels is a diverse and inclusive community committed to ensuring that every student is included challenged and successful. As part of our Inclusion and Challenge team we are seeking a compassionate and skilled Teaching Assistant to support students in our Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program across all sections of the school.

The position is available to start immediately.

Role Overview

Teaching Assistants are vital members of the Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program. Together with the teacher and other faculty/staff Teaching Assistants create a safe nurturing and engaging learning environment both inside the classroom and throughout the school. Teaching Assistants promote academic social and behavioral learning for students in the ILS program and their peers.

Specific Responsibilities

• Implement instructional lessons with individuals small groups or whole classes.
  
  
• Support the implementation of positive behavior support plans.
  
  
• Help maintain a positive inclusive classroom environment.
  
  
• Participate in curriculum planning under the supervision of ILS and classroom teachers.
  
  
• Assist ILS teachers with routine administrative tasks.
  
  
• Fulfill assigned duty periods and attend meetings as scheduled.
  
  
• Communicate clearly and positively with colleagues parents and community members both orally and in writing (including email and print).
  
  
• Participate in Special Olympics activities with students.
  
  
• Engage in the schools Professional Growth Cycle.
  
  
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned including assisting students with toileting when needed.
  
  

Qualifications & Profile of the Successful Candidate

• A demonstrated willingness to learn and grow.
  
  
• Strong advocacy for students and their needs.
  
  
• Curiosity and openness to understanding diverse learning profiles.
  
  
• Understanding of and commitment to supporting students with intensive learning needs.
  
  
• Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues students and parents.
  
  
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  
  
• A strong sense of ethics and professionalism.
  
  
• Flexibility and creativity in meeting the needs of students.
  
  
• Physical stamina to be actively engaged in student learning and activities throughout the day.
  
  
• Literacy in the use of technology and digital tools to support learning.
  
  

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a dynamic challenging and multicultural learning environment.
  
  
• Collaboration with highly professional colleagues across multiple disciplines.
  
  
• A vibrant diverse student population.
  
  
• Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with the ISB faculty salary scale.
  
  

Employment Status

The ILS Teaching Assistant will be employed under an ISB contract. Candidates who are not EU citizens must hold a valid work permit for Belgium.

Application process

If you are interested and meet the qualifications criteria above please apply today by sending your application to .

• Only candidates with a valid work permit in Belgium will be considered.
• The deadline for applications is October 31st.
• If you have not heard from us by November 10th 2025 please consider your application has not been successful

Recruitment Policy

The International School of Brussels is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race colour gender sexual orientation national origin religion or marital status. ISB has established a rigorous vetting process and code of conduct for all employees with regard to child protection.