Teacher Assistant

Freerecruit; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A local education organization in Pretoria is seeking a qualified teacher assistant to support classroom activities and assist in lesson preparation. The candidate should possess at least a high school diploma, preferably with a Bachelor's degree in education. Responsibilities include monitoring student progress, ensuring a safe classroom environment, and collaborating with teachers. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role which offers the opportunity to positively impact young learners.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is preferred.
• Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Monitor student progress and document developments.
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field

Job description

Overview

This is an opportunity to recently qualified teachers or young people who have studied a child care teaching course.

As a teacher assistant, you will provide support to the teacher in charge of a classroom.

Your duties include creating lesson plans, documenting progress, and overseeing lesson preparations, amongst others such as :

Responsibilities

Work with the teacher to monitor the class schedule.

Assist teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment.

Revise lesson material with students individually or in small groups.

Ensure the classroom environment is safe and clean.

Oversee students during non-classroom times including in-between classes, during lunch, and on field excursions.

Collaborate with teachers to recognize issues students are facing and recommend solutions.

Document student progress and communicate with parents to keep them informed.

Help teachers to create lesson plans.

Comply with government, school, and class rules and regulations.

Attend all training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent qualification.

Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field is preferred or studied a child care teaching course.

Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching best practices.

Must have a compassionate and positive attitude.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Outstanding interpersonal and presentation abilities.

Salary will be discussed in the interview.