Teaching and Learning Assistant (TLA)

Nlschools; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for a full-time Teaching and Learning Assistant to support teaching and learning in an inclusive classroom environment. The role requires a commitment to professional development and strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Certification from the Department of Education is necessary. This position offers a chance to contribute positively to student learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Assist in planning and organizing learning experiences for students.
• Support the classroom teacher in delivering instructional programs.
• Collaborate with teams to meet student needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in an inclusive environment.
• Implement programs and assessments as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain effective professional relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Teachers Certificate Level Two (II)

Job description

Teaching and Learning Assistant (TLA)

Full time TERM Teaching and Learning Assistant (TLA) at St. Peter's Elementary, Mount Pearl. Duties commence immediately until June 26, 2026.

Location: St. Peters Primary – 108 Ashford Drive – Mount Pearl – A1N 3L6. Competition end date: December 01, 2025 8:00 AM.

Job Text

Reporting to the Principal or designate, the TLA will work with the classroom teacher in supporting the teaching and learning in an inclusive environment in the areas of planning, instruction, social emotional learning, assessment, evaluation and collection of student data.

As a Teaching and Learning Assistant, your work will focus on your application of the 7 Determinants of the School Development Model which are: Wellness and Positive Relationships; Optimal Learning Environments; Instructional Practice; Assessment Practices; Collective Efficacy; Evidence-based Decision Making, and Teachers as Learners.

Additional information regarding the School Development Model can be found here: School Development (SD) - Education.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Assist with the planning and organization of learning experiences for students in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing programs and services for students including the delivery of instructional supports.
• Assist the teacher in assessing, evaluating, reporting and recording student progress.
• Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to develop supportive educational environments.
• Participate as a member of school teams in meeting the needs of students.
• Maintain effective professional working relationships.
• Commitment to life‑long learning and willingness to enhance skills and knowledge through professional learning.
• Highly effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to assist students with alternate format materials and the operation of specialized assistive technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Teachers Certificate Level Two (II) from Teacher Certification – Department of Education

For those interested in pursuing certification, please contact the Registrar of Teacher Certification – Teaching & Learning Assistant Certification.

• Approved programs for Certificate Level Two (II) may include: ECE Level 2, Child & Youth Care Worker, Child & Youth Care Worker with Addictions Support, Disability Services & Support, Diploma in Social Services, or 20 university courses (60 credit hours).

Annual Teacher Salary Scale contained within the NLTA Provincial Collective Agreement and benefits contained within the agreement.

REMINDER: Electronic eOFFERs only with 24 hour expiration- applicants must monitor their email accounts.

If Interview Required: Please note that candidates designated as Highly Recommended and Recommended in 2023 or 2024 individual or pool competitions will have that designation carried over for 2025 and will not require an interview for similar positions.

Interviews that occur during this hiring season will be designated as Recommendable or Not Recommendable at this time. Thus, going forward, the Recommendable designation will carry over and will equal the Highly Recommendable that will be phased out.

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