Preschool Learning Assistant

Job Posting: Preschool Learning Assistant

Introduction:

JAIS faculty are dedicated to student success, attentive to the physical and emotional well-being of their students, passionate about student learning and excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic, diverse community.

Classroom practices emphasize active, inquiry-based, collaborative learning; team-building activities; the application of technology to authentic learning experiences; differentiated instruction and student achievement.

JAIS:

Established under the auspices of the American Embassy in 2001, the Jerusalem American International school is a branch of The Walworth Barbour American International School in Israel (WBAIS). It is a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K - 9 international school offering an American program in an international setting.

JAIS is situated in a residential area of Jerusalem in the Goldstein youth village. We have renovated classrooms and a new yard as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym.

JAIS is a small and warm school where every student is included, valued and set up to thrive.

Recruitment begins as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Reports to: Head of School

Job Capacity: 100%

Start Date: Estimated start would be August 8th, 2022

Position Objective:

To help and support our Preschool students in all aspects of their Preschool experience.

To help and support the Preschool teacher in delivering the activities and routines of Preschool.

To be an active supportive member in our JAIS school community.

The Successful Candidate will be:

• Fluent English
• Responsible and reliable
• A team player
• Experienced in caring for children aged 3- 5 years old (professionally, voluntarily, babysitting or from a family context)
• Enjoy working with preschool-age children and helping them to grow

Candidates will be at an advantage if they:

• Have experience/training in helping different types of learners feel included and thrive
• Have strategies and an aptitude to help preschool-aged children regulate their behavior and emotions
• Ability to develop a child’s communication skills to participate and enjoy being part of a class

General expectations:

● Implement the school's mission statement.

● Effectively model and encourage the celebration of diversity and promote all the attributes of

the JAIS Profile of a Learner.

● Model technology integration as appropriate to enhance instruction.

● Promote a positive relationship with others, sharing ideas, materials, experiences and expertise.

● Participate in peer coaching and other instructional improvement programs.

● Demonstrate a commitment to professional development

● Support school-wide projects such as staff development, and community efforts and events.

Application Process: JAIS reserves the option to invite selected candidates to interviews and should a suitable candidate be found, to hire and close the search.

Contact Information:

Apply: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 02-679-9611

Address: 24 Shai Agnon, Jerusalem

There is no visa for this position. Applicants need to have the legal ability to work in Jerusalem.