Learning Support Teacher

Job Title: Learning Support Teacher

Department: Learning Support

Our Mission at The Alice Smith School

Reflecting the spirit of our school anthem: ‘Soon there were two, who were joined by a few’. Alice Smith began a transformative movement with just two individuals. This bold initiative sparked a positive shift, inspiring numerous families to join in creating a nurturing environment for many learners, establishing a second home for numerous students.

In this tradition, we strive to uphold the Alice Smith legacy by fostering a caring community that motivates our students to engage with the world through courage, curiosity, and kindness.

Together, we aspire to build a better world.

Our mission is anchored in our three strategic pillars:

• Our People

  We are a diverse team of specialists and curious individuals, working collaboratively to push the boundaries of education and facilitate learning in an ever-changing world.

• Our Students

  We empower our students to boldly explore various pathways within a setting that allows them to make a significant impact as their authentic selves.

• Our World

  We are a connected and supportive community that innovates, investigates, and learns collectively.

Job Overview

The Learning Support Teacher will work closely with the Assistant Principal for Learning Support/EAL to provide assistance to students across the Primary Campus.

As a key member of the Learning Support team, the LS teacher will collaborate with educators, specialists, and professionals to effectively meet the varied needs of students at KLASS.

Review

This job description will be reviewed annually in line with the school's accountability policy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Expectations

As a specialist, the LS teacher is expected to be an effective educator, communicator, and manager who both challenges and supports the learning environment for students across the primary campus by:

• Prioritizing and nurturing the well-being of students—addressing the whole child.
• Employing appropriate assessments to identify gaps in skills, knowledge, and aptitude.
• Developing and executing personalized learning strategies to meet these identified needs.
• Diligently monitoring student progress.
• Making informed decisions regarding the personalized learning plans for each student in their care.
• Communicating clearly, professionally, and sensitively with parents, teachers, leaders, teaching assistants, and relevant professionals as necessary.
• Managing their schedule to provide optimal support for students based on their needs at any time.
• Building trust and confidence with all individuals they engage with.
• Fostering positive relationships among parents, students, and supporting adults.
• Engaging and motivating students with whom they interact.
• Providing individualized support to students as required.
• Assisting teachers in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum for students as needed.

Responsibilities

The LS teacher will report to the Learning Support Leader on:

• The support provided across the primary campus.
• The provision map outlining LS support for students.
• Assessment outcomes at the beginning and end of support.
• Student progress.
• Results from IEP review meetings.
• Collaboration with all parties involved with IEPs.
• Auditing and moderating IEPs prepared by teachers.
• Communication with schools referring students to KLASS.
• Collaboration with the secondary campus as needed.
• Engagement with external agencies/paraprofessionals working within the school, including School Counsellors, SALT, Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists, etc.
• Effectiveness of referral processes and early identification of challenges.
• The efficiency of the timetable in delivering appropriate support for students.
• Identifying the professional development needs of teachers as necessary.

Main Tasks

TEACHING AND LEARNING

The LS teacher will...

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