Teaching Assistant at Aga Khan Academy

The position

• The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is an International Baccalaureate World School. It is the first in the network of Aga Khan Academies established by His Highness the Aga Khan. 
• The Academy features state-of-the-art facilities, a multicultural student body, and an experienced team of educators and staff.
• We provide students with education of the highest standard in order to prepare them for lives characterised by leadership and service.
• Admission to the Academy is means-blind and is based on merit. We consider all eligible students regardless of socio-economic status.

The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for supporting teachers and assisting students in the Junior School with their educational and social development, both in and outside the classroom.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY:

• To assist with planning of teaching and learning in the assigned classrooms under the mentorship / supervision of the class teacher.
• To observe and develop strategies that embrace student inquiry and assist in the differentiation of activities to meet the needs of all students.
• To assist the class teacher in authentic assessment of students, including the maintenance of records to track student progress. Such information is to be communicated sensitively, effectively and honestly with parents and guardians. Whilst this is the responsibility of the class teacher, interns may be called to participate to provide support.
• To assist the class teacher in the safety and security of each student in the classroom and around school at all times.
• To contribute towards and be an active participant in the extra-curricular part of the AKAM programme and student life; enrichment, student field-trips, whole school events and initiatives, residential week-end duties.
• To contribute towards building a student culture of self-regulation and self-efficacy adhering to the values of the academy and the student code of conduct.
• To assist the class teacher in the organization of resources for the programme and in the maintenance of existing inventory.
• Actively participate in the Appraisal for Growth process as a member of the AKA Mombasa professional learning community. This will include the development of a personal portfolio to illustrate the journey of your professional learning.

The requirements

• At least a Diploma in Education.
• TSC Registered.
• At least 1 year of teaching lower primary-aged children, preferably in an international curriculum.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the student support team and teachers.
• Special Educational Needs qualifications and experience is desirable.