Elementary Teacher Assistant Grade 5

The successful candidate will be able to effectively:

• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection)
• Assist teachers in the delivery of lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly-defined and documented curriculum for students
• Maintain a safe learning environment for students at all times
• Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class
• Supervise students during lunch and other break times
• Assist with transitions during and between classes
• Organize classrooms, work centers, and activity areas
• Maintain instructional supplies, materials, and equipment
• Demonstrate creativity
• From time to time may be asked to assist with daily hygiene routines
• Embody, uphold, and promote the ISG Learning Principles:
  • Students learn best with voice and choice
  • Learning is a reflective practice
  • Learning requires a safe, collaborative environment
  • Learning requires feedback for growth
  • Learning inspires passionate engagement
  • Learning from failure requires a growth mindset
  • Appropriate challenge engages and motivates learners
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Classroom Teacher and/or the Assistant Principal