Teaching Assistant job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Teaching Assistant job summary
Our school is in need of a Teaching Assistant to help with the general supervision and management of students. You will work under the direction of the classroom teacher and be expected to assist with the implementation of instructional plans. The successful candidate will be ready to work with all students to promote educational, social and emotional development. The ideal applicant will be caring, patient and understanding. The Teaching Assistant must be attentive to the unique needs of each student and be able to identify proper solutions when students encounter issues. You should have strong interpersonal skills, as you’ll be collaborating with other teachers, working with students and talking to families. We’re committed to building brighter futures, and we’re hoping you’re excited to be part of that experience.
Teaching Assistant responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Assist with classroom instruction and provide support and guidance to students
- Maintain a supportive, safe and clean classroom environment
- Design and implement a classroom system to track student progress, and take steps to ensure academic progress is where it should be
- Supervise students during non-classroom time and arrange recreational activities
- Work closely with the lead teacher to identify issues students are having and develop appropriate solutions
- Attend teacher meetings and training sessions, as well as parent-teacher conferences
Teaching Assistant qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Experience working in a school or educational setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Great collaboration and teamwork skills
- Basic computer skills
- A positive, empathetic and loving attitude
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or related major preferred