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American School of The Hague (ASH) is looking for a full-time Elementary School Teaching Assistant SY 2024-2025.

Start Date: August 1, 2024

Location: Wassenaar, on the north side of The Hague
Language Skills: Fluent English is Essential

You believe that school is preparation for life, more than simply the next level of school. You are passionate about Elementary School, understanding the key role you play in enabling student growth and development, preparing students for success in their future. Just as in life outside the classroom, you believe that students with different backgrounds, gender identities, and learning abilities benefit from working together.

You understand team dynamics and work well with teams of other educators and with administrators. You are an excellent communicator and see parents as your partners in their child's education. As a lifelong learner you are energized by new ideas, professional development and sharing your learning with your colleagues. You are solution-oriented and like to contribute to a positive, enjoyable working environment. The status quo is never good enough for you.

You are independent and confident in the classroom. When making decisions, you focus on how we can best serve our entire learning community, always looking for a way in which we can make ASH just that extra bit better for them. You recognize that learning is not confined to a classroom or a timetable. Having an open mind and being able to give and receive constructive feedback is something you pride yourself on.

You are a certified Elementary School Teaching Assistant. You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent university degree preferred. You have at least five years experience working with young children, preferably teaching in an American, Canadian, or international school. You have both a theoretical understanding and classroom experience in applying developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and differentiated practices. You integrate technology in the classroom and see IT as an enabler for learning.

In addition you:

• work independently and can understand and carry out oral and written directions,
• respect the confidentiality of information pertaining to the school, students, and teachers,
• serve as a positive role model for children demonstrating values of empathy, respect, integrity and responsibility.

The Role: In the role of Elementary School Teaching Assistant, you report to the Elementary School Principal. As part of the 60 strong Elementary School faculty, you’ll work under the supervision of the classroom teacher. Your primary responsibility is to support academic and social skills instruction. You will also support teachers in the performance of routine tasks related to the instructional assignment.

The Work: As an Elementary School Teaching Assistant, your daily activities involve aiding the classroom teacher in the implementation of the educational program. This may include work with students individually, in small groups or as an entire class. You monitor student progress and help assess students under the guidance of the teacher. You support the teacher’s classroom management plan and philosophy. You direct parent inquiries regarding students’ behaviors and instruction to the classroom teacher. You attend special area classes with the students and provide support at the request of the special area teacher. You also supervise students at recess, lunch, during transitions, etc. You support to the classroom teacher to prepare lessons and make sure the classroom is ready for student learning, e.g., grading assignments, photocopying, laminating, filing, preparing and organizing instructional materials, assisting with the set up and clean-up of the classroom and supplies, assisting with toileting and hygiene, etc.

In addition you:

• accompany classes on field trips,
• assume teaching role when asked to substitute for the classroom teacher,
• attend all faculty and whole school meetings,
• perform any other task as may reasonably be asked from a Teaching Assistant.

Does this sound like you? We want to hear from you. Please apply online by clicking on the button "send application".

The School & The Curriculum: To learn all about American School of The Hague and read about our curriculum and teaching style in the Elementary School, we invite you to visit the school website.

Child Protection and Safety
The American School of The Hague is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.