Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Support Classroom Instruction. Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans, learning activities, and educational games that align with the preschool curriculum.
• Supervise and Engage Children. Monitor children during classroom activities, playtime, meals, and outdoor play to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
• Assist with Behavior Management. Reinforce classroom rules and help guide children in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Prepare Learning Materials. Help set up and organize classroom materials, resources, and displays to support hands-on learning and creativity.
• Maintain a Safe and Clean Environment. Ensure classroom spaces are clean, organized, and free from hazards; assist with sanitizing toys, surfaces, and equipment.
• Provide Individualized Support. Offer one-on-one or small group assistance to children who need extra help with activities or emotional support.
• Observe and Report. Observe children's development and behavior; communicate concerns or notable progress to the lead teacher.
• Support Routines and Transitions. Help children with daily routines such as arrivals, departures, toileting, meals, and rest time, fostering independence and consistency.
• Encourage Positive Interaction. Model respectful, inclusive, and cooperative behavior to promote a positive classroom culture.
• Collaborate with Team Members. Work closely with the lead teacher and other staff to ensure consistency in teaching practices and childcare.

Skills:

• Patience and empathy – Ability to respond calmly and kindly to young children
• Strong communication skills – With both children and adults (teachers, parents)
• Teamwork – Collaborative mindset and willingness to follow guidance
• Observation skills – Able to recognize developmental milestones or concerns
• Creativity and enthusiasm – Engaging children through play and learning
• Organizational skills – Managing materials, routines, and tasks efficiently
• Adaptability – Comfortable adjusting to changes in schedule or child needs
• Cultural sensitivity – Respectful and inclusive of all backgrounds and abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor´s Degree Lic. Educación Preescolar or equivalent (required)
• TKT Training Course

Experience:

Prior experience working with young children in an educational or care setting (preferred)

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.