Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a passionate and engaged
English Speaking Teaching Assistant
for ICan kindergarten in Limassol.

The ideal candidate demonstrates kindness, understanding, patience, and a desire to help and support children in their communication. We expect the Assistant to strive to create a safe learning environment based on mutual respect, which motivates a positive attitude and student engagement.

A successful candidate is able to consider individual characteristics, interests, and learning styles of children, and can effectively resolve conflicts using appropriate behavioral management strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with school health and safety policies
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to create and maintain interdisciplinary work
• Interact with parents in line with kindergarten policy
• Support and assist children during outdoor/indoor evening activities and as per schedule
• Assist children with hygiene procedures, changing clothes, meals, and other group activities
• Establish effective communication with children using a respectful and calm tone
• Support teachers in organizing classroom space, preparing materials, etc.
• Work with students individually and in small groups
• Assist teachers in following kindergarten policies on discipline, including addressing cases of undesirable behavior
• Use various methods to motivate students to collaborate in groups
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and gatherings
• Take part in team events, parent meetings, and kindergarten-wide activities

Requirements:

• Higher education in pedagogy
• Friendly attitude toward young children and a desire to unlock their talents and potential
• Excellent command of English – native-level fluency is an advantage
• Experience with the EYFS program, work in a private kindergarten, and first aid certification are considered advantages
• Demonstrated strong teaching skills and a desire to inspire and motivate development
• Ability to effectively communicate with children of different ages, team members, and parents
• Willingness to build positive relationships with others
• Ability to adapt materials for a personalized learning approach
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, a patient approach when working with young children
• Ability to use creative, unconventional approaches to problem-solving

Benefits:

• Salary based on qualifications and experience
• Valuable experience working in a multicultural team
• Paid public holidays
• Corporate partnership program
• Provision of work uniform
• Corporate events
• Guaranteed endless warm hugs, laughter, and bright emotions