1:1 Teaching Assistant Bardi

1:1 Teaching Assistant
Bardi
Emilia Romagna, Bardi

1:1 Teaching Assistant Location: Como, IT Date: 14 Nov 2024 Application closing date: 22/11/2024 Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90, 000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations.

They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13, 000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations.

We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY: We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and observant 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a 7-year-old Elementary student.

This role requires an empathetic, adaptable individual dedicated to helping students with specific learning needs reach their potential.

The ideal candidate will bring a positive approach, encouraging small achievements to build the student's confidence.

Experience supporting students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or attention challenges is highly desirable, though candidates with general school experience and an interest in learning support are welcome.

Key skills include maintaining focus, promoting positive communication, and reinforcing behaviours like hand-raising and following instructions.

A foundational understanding of phonics and numeracy, especially early literacy and numeracy programmes, would be beneficial.

Training in multi-sensory learning and attention management strategies is also advantageous.

The role demands flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to tailor learning approaches to the student's unique needs.

About The School The International School of Como (ISC) is a recognised IB World School offering the full IB continuum and is a candidate school for the Career-related Programme.

With new Executive Principal Philipa Smithson joining in 2024, ISC is undergoing an expansion to grow from 400 to 700 students, creating future career opportunities.

Located in Fino Mornasco, 6km from Lake Como, ISC's purpose-built campus includes modern science labs, a central library, arts studios, and sports facilities.

The Early Years spaces are designed for our Reggio-Inspired curriculum.

With nearly 400 students from over 45 nationalities and over 70 dedicated staff, ISC fosters a close-knit, vibrant community.

As part of the International School of Europe and the Inspired group, ISC benefits from a global network of premium schools.

More information is available at www.iscomo.com.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: Experience working with students at Primary School age Experience of working in teams and collaboration with others Hold an EU passport or have already obtained the right to be employed in Italy Knowledge and skills in ICT literacy The person appointed will be expected to begin work immediately, following the provision of a criminal records check, which will need to be completed as part of our safer recruitment and child safeguarding policies.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: A compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach, fostering a supportive and positive learning environment for the student Experience working with children in a school setting, ideally including support for students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or attention-related challenges Confidence in behaviour management, including strategies to help students remain focused and engage in tasks (training can be provided if needed) Knowledge or willingness to learn multi-sensory teaching methods to support literacy and numeracy skills, such as using visual, auditory, and kinesthetic techniques to reinforce learning Familiarity or openness to using early literacy programmes, such as Read Write Inc. or Toe by Toe, and numeracy programmes that build foundational skills, such as counting and place value (training available) An understanding of phonics, early reading skills, and phonemic awareness, along with the ability to guide the student in using decoding and spelling strategies Skills in communication and building positive relationships, ensuring the student feels understood and supported with empathy and patience An encouraging and motivational attitude to boost the student's confidence and celebrate progress, however small Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to adjust teaching approaches to meet the evolving needs of the student Detail-oriented and organised, able to track the student's progress and help reinforce specific academic and behavioural targets SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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