Job Description

Job Title: Classroom Assistant

Reports to: The Principal, through the class teacher

Job Purpose: Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/board officer, assist with the educational support and care of the pupils in a designated class or classes, in or outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Assist the teacher in the efficient running of the class.
• Assist, as required, pupils learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own by assisting with the management of the learning environment:
  • Clarifying and explaining instruction.
  • Ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided.
  • Assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupils as required.
  • Contributing to areas requiring reinforcement or development, e.g. language, behaviour, reading, spelling, handwriting/presentation etc.