Primary School Teaching Assistant (Bilingual Chinese & English)

Atlanta, GA

Full Time

Primary School

Entry Level

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Atlanta International School (AIS) offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum to all students, from 3K through grade 12. Our challenging academic programs develop internationally-minded, critical-thinking students able to take complex and often disparate knowledge, concepts, and skills and forge these into new and unique ways of solving problems. We provide a rigorous education in a diverse, multicultural, multilinguistic community where the reality and hope of human potential are in action.

Our mission at AIS is to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. All AIS employees believe deeply in the potential of each student, value critical thinking (their own and students’) and know learning can be fun and exciting. AIS offers an incredible spirit of community and diversity of perspectives that come from students, families, and employees representing more than 90 nationalities and over 60 languages.

Staff at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with students in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. With an interdisciplinary focus, AIS teachers also integrate innovative learning strategies while working with a diverse student population.

JOB PURPOSE
The teaching assistant works with the lead teacher to meet the needs of the students in a developmentally appropriate manner and contributes to a successful Primary Years Programme (PYP). The assistant helps to foster an atmosphere conducive to inclusive, transdisciplinary learning through the lens of inquiry, embedding visible thinking.

This is a full-time teaching assistant position for students in Primary School.

FLSA: Exempt
Reports to: Head of Primary School
Start Date: August 1, 2024
Application Deadline: April 26, 2024

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate closely with the lead teacher(s) to create a seamless experience for the students.
Lead small groups of students in curricular activities in English and Chinese.
Circulate through the learning environment assisting students.
Help with classroom management, taking over the class if the teacher is out of the room.
Carry out supervision duties (recess, lunch, etc…) and support with the preparation of classroom materials.
Provide ongoing feedback to students about their learning growth.

Ideal candidates will have experience with various pedagogical approaches and will be excited by the opportunity to teach a diverse student body in an inquisitive and inquiry-based environment. The ideal candidate has demonstrated effective equitable and inclusive practices within and outside the classroom. A passion for working with Primary School students, a flexible attitude, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a sense of humor are essential.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

An unwavering commitment to the students.
A high degree of proficiency in English and Chinese.
An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition or experience in a bilingual/multilingual environment.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferable
Training and experience in a Primary School setting are preferable
A commitment to equity, inclusion, and inquiry pedagogy is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.
Enthusiastic about teaching within a multicultural and multilingual environment. Flexibility of approach and a collaborative style are essential.
Experience with the IB PYP is desirable, but good applicants with other curriculum experience are also welcome to apply.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.

KEY ROLE COMPETENCIES

Adaptability
Builds Relationships and Rapport
Collaborative
Creative and critical thinking
Learner
Reflective
Safety Awareness
Seeks Feedback
Self-motivated
Strong communication and organizational skills

TO BE CONSIDERED
To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please submit the following items through our online career site https://www.aischool.org/our-school/careers: a letter of interest, resume, and email and phone contact information for three professional references with at least one being supervisory in nature by the stipulated deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

EEO
AIS is an equal-opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.

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