Teacher Aide for Kindergarten  

Summary of Work Activities and Responsibilities:

The Teacher Aide is responsible for the ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for the students while providing faculty and classroom operations support.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
I. Classroom Operations and Faculty Support

• Supports the teacher in planning and setting up the classroom and learning centers, ensuring an organized and engaging learning environment
• Ensures the availability and preparation of necessary classroom materials and supplies to facilitate smooth and effective lessons and activities
• Tracks the inventory and replenishment of school materials and supplies in the assigned classroom
• Provides clerical and administrative assistance to assigned faculty, managing paperwork, organizing documents, and aiding in communication to allow teachers to focus on instruction
• Upholds strict confidentiality regarding information about children, their families, and other employees

II. Student Assistance and Safety

• Assists students who need support with in class activities, providing guidance and ensuring they can fully participate
• Guides students during class movements to various school facilities (Health Services, Library, Computer Lab etc.) and back to the assigned classroom
• Maintains a vigilant watch to ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times, fostering a secure environment
• Attends to students’ needs related to nutrition, hygiene and personal necessities as needed

III. Performs other work-related tasks as may be required by the immediate supervisor and authorized representative

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Demonstrates clear and concise oral (English and Filipino) and written communication skills
• Child-Friendly Disposition: Exhibits a warm and friendly demeanor that fosters a positive and approachable presence, making it easy for children to feel comfortable and liked.
• Administrative Support Skills: Provides clerical and administrative assistance to assigned faculty
• Planning and Organization Skills: Ability to do strategic planning, organizing tasks, and managing all resources efficiently to achieve objectives
• Service Orientations: Actively looking for ways to help people; Ability to relate with students with a pleasing, warm and patient disposition
• Active Listening: Gives full attention to what people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions appropriately
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate tactfully and sensitively with all types of personalities and predispositions
• Basic Technological Skills: Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and navigating computer and internet tools

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree graduate
• At least one (1) year of work experience in a school setting and working with children