Top Benefits
About the role
The Nelson Waldorf School is accepting applications for part-time Teaching Assistants positions from Kindergarten to Grade 9.
Compensation: $25/hr, FTE prorated tuition benefit, health benefits at 20+hrs/week
Able to work and connect with children with diverse needs
-Ability to work one on one and support group work
-Clear criminal record check
Reports to:
● The Class Teacher or Subject Teacher
● The Student Support Teacher or Principal/Executive Director on their absence
● To the Teacher on Call in the absence of the Class Teacher
Duties:
● Work under the direction and authority of the Class Teacher and Subject Teachers. The TA can also be referred to as a “Classroom Aide” or “Classroom Helper.”
● Direct the students’ attention to the Class and/or Subject Teacher for instructional directions, class ‘rules’ and reminders, disciplinary expectations, etc.
● Liaise periodically with the student support or learning support teacher for training, concerns or administrative issues.
● Assist the students to receive the grade level curriculum at his/her individual level by adapting and/or modifying the mode of instruction to meet student’s needs.
● Encourage independence by allowing the students to work independently, while assisting other students in the classroom as needed and appropriate.
● Use the school’s Social Inclusion approach to social conflict in the classroom and on playfields.
● Prepare materials and do marking as requested by the Class Teacher.
● Accompany and assist the class in subject classes as needed.
● Oversee the whole class with quiet working for short periods.
● Take small groups or individuals and supervise working as directed by the Class Teacher.
● Morning recess and lunch recess supervision daily, using Social Inclusion approach.
● Follow goals and objectives from the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) where applicable.
● Attend IEP meetings, (twice a year) if applicable, as well as January parent-teacher conference if requested by Class Teacher
● If requested by Class Teacher, maintain regular communication with parents via phone, communication book and/or meetings to share observations and suggestions for student support.
● Consult with Class Teacher on a regular basis (one period per week).
● Participate in class field trips when requested.
Individual Child support:
● Assist with the needs of an individual child under the direction of the Class teacher
● Have skills that correspond to the particular needs of the child
● Be willing to learn about the child’s needs
● Provide communication with the parent of the child at the request of Class Teacher
NWS expects the Teaching Assistant to:
● Learn the Waldorf philosophy (time provided on the job).
● Learn and use Social Inclusion approach, including specific tools and language (training provided).
● Be familiar with the school rules as outlined in the Parent Handbook.
● Support all school policies
● support the school’s media policy by refraining from cell phone or headphone use in public areas
● support the school’s dress code of clothing and jewelry
● Be readily accessible by phone.
● Submit hours according to the HR Portal according to guidelines.
● Call the Class Teacher and Student Support Teacher as soon as possible in case of absence.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Top Benefits
About the role
The Nelson Waldorf School is accepting applications for part-time Teaching Assistants positions from Kindergarten to Grade 9.
Compensation: $25/hr, FTE prorated tuition benefit, health benefits at 20+hrs/week
Able to work and connect with children with diverse needs
-Ability to work one on one and support group work
-Clear criminal record check
Reports to:
● The Class Teacher or Subject Teacher
● The Student Support Teacher or Principal/Executive Director on their absence
● To the Teacher on Call in the absence of the Class Teacher
Duties:
● Work under the direction and authority of the Class Teacher and Subject Teachers. The TA can also be referred to as a “Classroom Aide” or “Classroom Helper.”
● Direct the students’ attention to the Class and/or Subject Teacher for instructional directions, class ‘rules’ and reminders, disciplinary expectations, etc.
● Liaise periodically with the student support or learning support teacher for training, concerns or administrative issues.
● Assist the students to receive the grade level curriculum at his/her individual level by adapting and/or modifying the mode of instruction to meet student’s needs.
● Encourage independence by allowing the students to work independently, while assisting other students in the classroom as needed and appropriate.
● Use the school’s Social Inclusion approach to social conflict in the classroom and on playfields.
● Prepare materials and do marking as requested by the Class Teacher.
● Accompany and assist the class in subject classes as needed.
● Oversee the whole class with quiet working for short periods.
● Take small groups or individuals and supervise working as directed by the Class Teacher.
● Morning recess and lunch recess supervision daily, using Social Inclusion approach.
● Follow goals and objectives from the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) where applicable.
● Attend IEP meetings, (twice a year) if applicable, as well as January parent-teacher conference if requested by Class Teacher
● If requested by Class Teacher, maintain regular communication with parents via phone, communication book and/or meetings to share observations and suggestions for student support.
● Consult with Class Teacher on a regular basis (one period per week).
● Participate in class field trips when requested.
Individual Child support:
● Assist with the needs of an individual child under the direction of the Class teacher
● Have skills that correspond to the particular needs of the child
● Be willing to learn about the child’s needs
● Provide communication with the parent of the child at the request of Class Teacher
NWS expects the Teaching Assistant to:
● Learn the Waldorf philosophy (time provided on the job).
● Learn and use Social Inclusion approach, including specific tools and language (training provided).
● Be familiar with the school rules as outlined in the Parent Handbook.
● Support all school policies
● support the school’s media policy by refraining from cell phone or headphone use in public areas
● support the school’s dress code of clothing and jewelry
● Be readily accessible by phone.
● Submit hours according to the HR Portal according to guidelines.
● Call the Class Teacher and Student Support Teacher as soon as possible in case of absence.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person