Learning
Assistant
About British International School of Chicago, South Loop
The British International School of
Chicago, South Loop (BISC-SL) is seeking a Learning Assistant to join its
dynamic staff. BISC-SL is a highly successful and the fastest growing school in
Chicago and has established a reputation for excellence in the Chicago market.
The contemporary, learning-driven school is located in the South Loop area of
Chicago, serving both American and international families.
Job
summary
In this position
the chosen candidate will be teaching in our Primary School.
Our Learning
Assistants work in partnership with teachers and are complementary to the needs
of the children. Learning assistants are expected to play a full part in
implementing the planned curriculum for the benefit of the children with whom
they have contact. Learning assistants may be given responsibility of leading a
class of children from time to time. Learning assistants may also be required
to work with groups of children outside of the classroom when necessary.
Core
duties and responsibilities
·
To
work and share within the life of the school according to the above job
purpose.
·
To
participate fully in the development, safety, health and welfare of the
children.
·
To
work with individual or small groups of children on a variety of activities,
including assisting teachers with the observation, assessment and recording of
children’s progress if required.
·
To
foster good and appropriate working relationships with children, parents and
outside agencies.
Required
Education, Certifications, and Experience
- B.A. degree,
- Degree concentration in an
education-related field preferred
- Minimum 1 year teaching-related
experience
Core Competencies
- Ability and desire to work well
with and lead a group of children
- Can follow directions
exceptionally
- Strong listening and
interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain
confidential information
- Strong knowledge of educational
best-practices
- Excellent verbal and written
communication skills
Working environment/conditions
The Learning
Assistant will work in a classroom with children and a teacher. Knowledge of
common school-related technology is required including, but not limited to,
computers, interactive whiteboards, telephones etc. as needed to perform their
duties. The noise level in the work environment varies, and the work is mostly
active.
Compensation
and Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package,
including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k.
EEO
Statement
Nord Anglia Education
provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants
for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin,
age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nord Anglia
Education complies with applicable state and local laws governing
non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has
facilities.
