Early Years Teaching Assistant

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:

THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MILAN is seeking 2 Early Years Teaching Assistants for roles which will commence immediately, due to an increase in admissions in the Early Years, and will last until the end of the academic year. There may be the possibility of extending the role into a more permanent position depending on numbers for the next academic year and the candidates performance. As an IB continuum school (PYP-MYP-DP), we especially welcome expressions of interest from teaching assistants with previous IB experience. However, we also welcome applications from well-qualified teaching assistants who are committed to high standards, interested in using innovative approaches to learning, and enthusiastic about promoting international understanding. Experience in teaching in the Early Years is essential for this role.

 

Please very clearly indicate your teaching experience across the primary age range within your CV and letter of application. The closing date for applications is January 31st. However, an early application is very strongly advised, as we will be interviewing strong applicants sooner than this date, and we reserve the right to make an earlier appointment.

 

Our school

Founded in 1958, ISM caters for over 900 students from more than 60 nationalities. Our campus, which opened in September 2013, incorporates a theatre, swimming pool and full-size gymnasium as well as specialist classrooms, labs, libraries, arts and music areas. All of our sections are fully authorised for International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes – Primary Years Programme (PYP) from Kindergarten to Grade 6; Middle Years Programme (MYP) from Grades 7 to 11; Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 12 and 13. ISM is the most established IB world school in Italy and has an excellent record of results in the Diploma averaging 34/35 points. In addition, we opened our Boarding school in 2018 which has added immensely to the sense of family at ISM.

 

The Role of of the Early Years Teaching Assistant

Our Early Years Teaching Assistants are skilled in teaching a range of abilities within the classroom and are able to work with small groups to help students achieve their full potential. They embrace diversity, within our international setting, ensuring that learning is inclusive of students of all nationalities, profiles and linguistic abilities. They ensure that student agency is at the centre of the learning experience, encouraging innovation and creativity, within a caring and principled learning environment.

ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS FOR ISM APPLICANTS:

• possession of a relevant university degree;
• recent experience successfully working in a Primary or Elementary setting as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant;
• enthusiasm and passion for the role, with the ability to motivate students of all abilities;
• a high standard of spoken and written English.

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