Job Information
International School of Beijing ES Instructional Assistant in Beijing, China
JOB GOAL/PURPOSE:
To assist the intervention specialists and/ or EAL teachers in achieving student learning objectives that promote student success within and outside the classroom. The instructional assistant provides instructional support to students on a consistent basis as directed by the supervising teacher
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES:
• Under supervision, contribute to classroom or school-wide educational program, organization and management.
Provide individual or small group instruction to students under the supervision or direction of a teacher
Provide individualized assistance to students who receive learning support or EAL services under the supervision and direction of the support teacher
Contribute to and maintain assigned classroom records and files in a complete, up-to-date manner
• Assist with organization/management of all curricular areas as directed by a teacher.
Maintain instructional materials
Prepare, compile, and copy instructional materials
Perform setup and cleanup for instructional projects
• Contribute to management of student’s behavior within and outside the classroom.
Serve as a substitute for support teachers when requested
Utilize positive behavior management strategies to ensure student safety and a sense of belonging
• Understand and exhibit good judgment in interpersonal relations with colleagues, students, and community.
Develop positive rapport with students
Use communication skills and conflict resolution strategies to promote professional relationships with students, colleagues, and leadership
Participate in formal and informal staff meetings
• Demonstrates understanding of rules and regulations covering confidential and sensitive issues.
Handle sensitive and confidential documents, communications, incidents, etc., with due discretion and in a thoughtful and respectful manner
Maintain confidentiality of students’ grades, attendance and behavior records, and files, etc.
• Observes International School of Beijing’s employment guidelines.
Observe designated work hours
Understand and carry out directions from supervisors
Comply with ISB’s guidelines regarding employee dress, conduct, and behavior
Demonstrate safe, ethical, and responsible behavior
Participate in other duties as assigned by the Principal
• Bachelor’s degree with at least two years full-time working experience
• Must be proficient in the English language, both written and spoken
• Experience and/or knowledge of a Western educational setting
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Enthusiasm and willingness to work with children
• Adaptable, flexible, and open to new ideas
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
• Adequate technology skills