Pretoria Elementary School Life Skills Pathway

3 weeks ago

Pretoria, South Africa American International School of Johannesburg Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION: Pretoria Elementary School Life Skills Pathway Teaching Partner**

**POSTING DATE: 15 April 2024**

**CAMPUS: Pretoria Campus, American International School of Johannesburg**

**SUPERVISOR: Pretoria Principal**

**START DATE: 01 August 2024**

**INTRODUCTION**
- Inspire Learning & Build our better world._

The purpose of AISJ is to provide exceptional educational experiences in a diverse and nurturing environment in order to inspire learning and build our better world. We cultivate an inclusive community of learners so that we empower global citizens to fulfill their future purpose.

**COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES**

The American International School of Johannesburg fosters a positive school culture, aspires to create a sense of belonging for everyone, and is committed to Community Principles that include:

- _We are better when we act together._
- _Our differences make us stronger._
- _Every voice counts. Every voice matters._
- _Every team needs individuals. Every individual needs a team._

The American International School of Johannesburg is committed to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout our school community, and we are continually furthering our practices and behaviors as we strive to live these ideals.

**POSITION OVERVIEW**:
The Life Skills Pathway(LSP) is a new service being implemented at AISJ to serve students with cognitive and developmental disabilities who require modified and individualized curriculum. Students receiving this service will attend classes with their age level peers with support and to the greatest extent possible. They also work in small groups and one to one on their unique curriculum. The LSP teaching partner works under the direction and support of the Principal, Inclusion Services Coordinator and Life Skills Pathway teachers to provide flexible support to students enrolled in the Life Skills Pathway (LSP) service. They establish an effective rapport with students and other staff members. They collaborate regularly with the other members of the team and class teachers to provide scaffolds and strategies to support students in managing their learning challenges in the general education setting. They also provide direct support to students in the LSP classroom. The teaching partner should be familiar with all school procedures and the school’s mission and vision in order to be a contributing member of our learning community.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Teaching degree and experience, preferably in Special Education

**PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Exhibits patience and understanding when dealing with students.
- Ability to work independently and be proactive in addressing observed needs.
- Willing to learn and grow under the instruction of the Life Skills Pathway teacher.
- Able to treat and speak to students with respect.
- Teaching experience in a school setting.
- Competent computer skills.
- Exceptional command of written and spoken English.

**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide in-class support to identified students.
- Collaborate with the Pretoria Inclusion Services Team.
- Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the LSP Teacher
- Support students with emotional or behavioral differences and help develop self-regulation and social skills.
- Exhibit flexibility in dealing with day-to-day situations typical of a learning support program.
- Support and assist students individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Communicate with other educators proactively and consistently.
- Keep consistent notes regarding student performance and maintain anecdotal notes on individual students regarding their progress and challenges.
- Give consistent feedback to students and teachers as required.
- Prepare teaching materials under the guidance of the LSP teacher as needed.
- Attend team meetings and professional development as necessary.
- Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Principal.
- Assist with after school activities.
- Adhere to supervision duties as assigned by the Elementary School administration.

**Work Days**:Monday through Friday 188 (one hundred and eighty eight) days per school year.

**Application process**

**Child Protection Statement**

AISJ maintains strong** **child protection policies & procedures**, this ensures that our students can pursue their education in a safe, secure, and caring environment. All faculty and staff are required to undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training sessions and sign a safeguarding agreement.

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