Current Openings at TASIS Dorado

Teacher Assistant

Job Summary:

The  Teacher Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting teachers and enhancing the learning experience of students. This position is responsible for reinforcing classroom instruction, assisting in administrative tasks, and providing a safe, organized learning environment. The Teacher Assistant will work closely with lead teachers to address individual student needs, support lesson delivery, and foster a positive and kind classroom setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance and reinforcement for classroom instruction, offering one-on-one or small group instruction as needed.
• Review, reteach, and reinforce lesson materials, concepts, and skills to ensure student understanding.
• Help lead teachers develop lesson plans and assessments aligned with school curriculum requirements and individual student needs.
• Assist teachers with tasks such as attendance, grading, and other record-keeping activities.
• Prepare and organize materials and equipment to facilitate effective lesson delivery.
• Provide additional supervision during class, morning duty, lunch, recess, transitions, and on school outings or field trips.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment, ensuring that all safety protocols are followed.
• Collaborate with lead teachers to identify challenges faced by students, offering solutions such as differentiated instruction 
• Assist in documenting student progress and communicating updates to parents, following the guidance and supervision of the lead teacher and Division Director
• Attend all training sessions, parent conferences, faculty meetings, and relevant school events, including those that may fall outside regular working hours.
• In the event of a teacher’s absence, be prepared to implement lesson and unit plans and lead the class in accordance with established routines.
• Support teachers in monitoring each child’s development, promoting learning and growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the classroom and school environment.

Qualifications: Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching
• Valid certification in teaching in a related subject area.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total
• school program.
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements.
• Bilingual preferred (English & Spanish)
• Previous teaching experience preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Involves standing, walking, and actively supervising students both indoors and outdoors under a variety of weather conditions. 
• Occasionally, be able to lift, push, pull, or carry equipment and materials weighing 30 pounds or more. 
• May deal with highly stressful situations in the normal course of duties.
• Tasks are regularly performed with some risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as humidity, rain, and temperature extremes.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

TASIS Dorado is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a substantial compensation plan, including competitive salary, retirement benefits, and medical/dental coverage. Individual salary is non-negotiable. 

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates for this position should submit a résumé and cover letter that clearly articulates preparation for this position as outlined in this description, in addition to at least one letter of recommendation and contact information for two professional references, including current supervisors.  Please send it to the Director of Human Resources at sanchez.e@tasisdorado.com and the Director of Elementary Division at reyes.m@tasisdorado.com. The subject line should read: Teacher Assistant January 2025. Incomplete files or files or candidates that do not meet the desired qualifications will not be considered. 

ABOUT TASIS DORADO

Located in the beautiful seaside town of Dorado, Puerto Rico, The TASIS School in Dorado is an independent, non-sectarian, coeducational, not-for-profit college-preparatory day school with approximately 850 students affiliated with The American School in Switzerland (TASIS) Schools in Switzerland, England, and Portugal. English is the primary language of instruction and mastery of multiple languages is fostered from PPK to Grade 12.  

The mission of TASIS Dorado is to foster in every child a life-long love of learning, personal and academic excellence, and the development of character traits such as courage, compassion, integrity, and gratitude. Our ultimate goal is to develop creative, informed and well-balanced graduates who embrace leadership and service, are prepared to passionately engage in serious scholarship, and who strive to pursue lives that contribute to the greater good–in Puerto Rico and the world.

TASIS Dorado does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee in this position. Employees are required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by those authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Substitute Teachers

The TASIS School in Dorado is seeking qualified candidates as substitute teachers in the Elementary and Secondary Divisions as we return to in-person instruction. We seek positive individuals who have the capacity to collaborate with our teachers as partners in implementing the TASIS Dorado curriculum and programs.

We are interested in candidates with the following qualifications:

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• A love of teaching and students
• A commitment to fostering a positive learning environment and collegial relations
• Mastery of English, including excellent oral and written communication

Substitute teachers should be able to:

• Adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher
• Follow procedures and achieve lesson goals
• Assign and explain homework
• Oversee students outside of the classroom, including in the hallways and as assigned
• Comply with school regulations and policies at all times
• Provide a brief, daily report for the teacher for when he/she returns
• Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills

To apply, please complete the employment online application and
send your résumé, cover letter, and list of three references directly to humanresources@tasisdorado.com.

Please, also copy either the Elementary or Secondary directors depending on the division you are applying to:

Mariela Reyes, Elementary Director at reyes.m@tasisdorado.com
Sara Hernández, High School Director at hernandez.s@tasisdorado.com
Melissa Arroyo, Middle School Director at arroyo.m@tasisdorado.com

TASIS Dorado does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.