Lower School Teaching

Job Summary:

To assist classroom teachers with the delivery of instruction and support classroom activities to ensure a well-run and well-managed classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Support

Reinforce learning concepts in small group or individually in all academic areas as directed by lead teacher

Prepare & distribute teaching materials/aides & equipment

Organize & label materials, bulletin boards & displays of student work

General duties to support an environment conducive to teaching & learning

Provide additional assistance to language learners & students with specific learning needs as necessary

General Duties & Student Support

Supervise students in classroom spaces, on field trips, at recess & in the cafeteria to ensure safety & well being

Promote school values & rules to help teach acceptable behavior

Meet with lead teachers & grade level counselors on a regular basis to discuss student behavior & social challenges

Take daily attendance

Supervise student bathroom & water breaks

Assist teachers during emergency procedures

Assist students who require additional help related to a health/physical disability ex. Wheelchair access

Divisional duties and support

Attend Divisional events & grade level meetings

Other tasks, projects or initiatives as assigned by LS administration

Selection criteria:

College graduate in early childhood education, elementary education, family studies or related field preferred

Early childhood experience or three years fulltime working experience in a similar environment

Relevant teaching or educational certification would be a plus

Strong English skills & Mandarin skills a plus

Communication skills

Technology skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong understanding of behavior management strategies effective for young children

Enjoys working with children

Ability to accomplish a variety of daily tasks/responsibilities in an efficient & effective manner

10-Month Position every school year

Working Hours: 07:00AM to 15:30PM, inclusive 0.5 hour lunch break

Expected Start Date: August 2026

To Apply

Interested parties, please apply through this platform. Upload your latest English resume and complete the Support Staff Application form in English (you may download a fillable PDF file or Word doc below) for our review and consideration. We will keep you posted on the status of your application. Please note that direct applications via email or other channels will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as Taipei American School reserves the right to close the selection process at any time.

Support Staff Application form_Fillable_New Logo.pdf

Support Staff Application form_SY2526.doc