Elementary School Classroom Instructional Assistant

American School of Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Dubai seeks an Elementary School Classroom Instructional Assistant to support daily activities in the classroom. The role involves assisting teachers with activity planning and supervision, guiding students in skill mastery, and maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional English communication skills preferred.
• Prior experience in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and planning.
• Work with students to reinforce learning material.
• Guide children in developing social skills.

Skills

English communication skills

Ability to inspire children

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Elementary School Classroom Instructional Assistant will support the daily activities, planning, and supervision of students in the classroom, under the guidance and supervision of the teaching specialist.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Assist teachers when requested in daily classroom activity planning and supervision;
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills as designed and prescribed by the teacher;
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher including computer technology;
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher;
• Guide children in developing social skills to work and play together in a variety of settings;
• Assist with such large group activities as independent work / practice, reading aloud, and storytelling and supervision of children during recess and play period;
• Participate in in-service training programs as assigned;
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully certified teachers;
• Engage with the administration in a committed effort to continue to grow as an educator;
• Openly support and abide by all school policies and procedures;
• Model ASD Values in interactions with the school community;
• Eager and willing to work in a collaborative team environment;
• Exhibit a professional attitude at all times;
• Demonstrate commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development;
• Represent ASD with students, parents, colleagues, and broader school community in a professional manner;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor;

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Exceptional English communication skills (verbal and written);
• The ability to inspire children;
• Full understanding and support of the school's philosophy;
• Prior experience in an educational setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Ability to establish priorities, take initiative and maintain a flexible schedule;
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to multitask and function in a highly dynamic, service-oriented working environment;
• Ability to problem solve;
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships;

Terms of Employment :

This position is classified as a staff position and reports to the Elementary School Principal. General working hours are from 7 : 45 am - 3 : 45 pm, Monday through Thursday and 7 : 45 am - 12 : 45 pm (on site) & 2 : 30 pm - 3 : 45 pm (remote / flexible) on Fridays.

ASD employees are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All employees agree to abide by all child protection policies and procedures and agree to participate in all child protection training as mandated by the School as a condition of employment.

Criminal background checks will be conducted on all candidates prior to confirmation of employment.