Teaching Assistant

Company Description

HEI UAE is an exclusive partnership with HEI Schools (Helsinki International Schools) which brings Finland’s globally acclaimed, award-winning Early Childhood Education model to the UAE market. Research-based methodology provides a high-quality child-centred approach which focuses on the holistic development and well-being of children (social, emotional, physical, cognitive growth, and character). HEI curriculum encourages children to exercise the type of curiosity and creativity which keeps adults thriving and is brought to life through comprehensive teacher training by HEI mentors from Finland.

Job Description

The teaching assistant will assist the Classroom teacher in daily activities and handling of the class. She will implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social and physical development of the children within a safe and healthy learning environment and assist children in feeding and toileting and making sure the need of each individual child is met.

• Ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children.  
• Support children’s physical, socio-emotional and language development through diverse activities and supervision.  
• Ensure the safety of children at all times. 
• Follow the nursery policies, particularly the policies regarding safeguarding and positive behavior management.
• Encourage children to use a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use.  
• Teach basic personal hygiene, proper eating habits and social skills. 
• Adhere to the class timetable. 
• Prepare materials, class activities and classroom for daily activities.  
• Adhere to agreed cleaning Rota.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests. Giving them the opportunity to observe, question and investigate.  
• Identify children showing signs of emotional, development, or health problems and discuss them initially with the Classroom teacher or nurse and further with the principal.
• Organize and label displays and student work. 
• Carry out daily risk assessments and supervise indoor and outdoor play to foster safety of the children.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and any training workshops.  
• Confer with other staff members to plan weekly activities to promote learning based on the topics and curriculum.  
• Participate in staff teamwork.  
• Attend special functions if required outside of the normal school day. 

Accountabilities:

• Ensure cost-effective use of classroom supplies and learning resources. 
• Monitor and report any classroom material losses or damages. 
• Ensure children's safety and wellbeing at all times. 
• Support consistent implementation of curriculum and educational philosophy. 
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff. 

Qualifications

• Minimum: Highschool Diploma
• Desired: Bachelor in Education or English/Arabic language
• Cache Level 2

Additional Information

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum: 1 year of similar experience
• Desired: 2-3 years of similar experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices in early childhood education, curriculum development, and pedagogy.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders, parents, and community partners.
• Understanding financial management principles and experience in budgeting and resource allocation.
• Familiarity with licensing requirements, regulations, and compliance standards in early childhood education.