Early Childhood Assistant

We are looking for a Early Childhood Assistant with experience to join our team starting in September

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities by also taking initiative and suggesting various activities.
- Assist the lead teacher in preparing the activities before class begins (preparing materials and organizing learning materials and resources, organizing centers, photocopying).
- Assist the lead teacher in decorating the classroom appropriately and on a regular basis. E.g. Bulletin boards, displaying student work, reorganizing the play centres.
- Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging learning experiences.
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime (indoor and outdoors) meals, rest periods, and naptime, ensuring a calm and safe environment.
- Assist in whole school supervision duties: before school or during recess.
- With the lead teacher, accompany students to the swimming pool and to all curricular excursions
- Step in as substitute teacher should the lead teacher be absent.
- In extreme situations, the classroom assistant may be asked to substitute other classes within Milan World School.
- Assist lead teacher with parent communication through class app (eg., seesaw).
- Assist in accompanying students to the bathroom and help with personal hygiene when necessary, promoting independence while ensuring their well-being.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
- Help with classroom management by reinforcing positive behaviour and conflict resolution strategies.
- With permission from the lead teacher, communicate effectively with parents.
- With guidance from the lead teacher, observe and document children’s progress, behaviours, and needs.
- Provide individualized attention and support to children as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.

You can apply here, or by sending your CV to info@milanworldschool.com.