Description
Book SynopsisThe Essential Guide for New Teaching Assistants provides an introduction for teaching assistants who have recently been inducted, or are going through the process of induction, and are working in schools with children or young people.
Giving teaching assistants an insight into the theories of teaching and learning and providing a background for understanding school processes and procedures, this new edition is fully updated to incorporate recent initiatives and changes in the National Curriculum. With an emphasis on personal responsibility and professionalism, the role of a teaching assistant and their relationship with qualified teachers is fully outlined.
Providing a comprehensive overview, chapters include practical guidance on:
- getting started in a teaching assistant role
- developing a reflective approach to personal and professional development
- the Every Child Matters initiative
- working in partnership with qualified teach
Table of Contents
Preamble Introduction Figures, tables and photographs Abbreviations 1. Before you start 2. Getting yourself started in the job 3. Being part of the school team 4. What is learning? 5. What is teaching? 6. Assisting learning and teaching in the classroom 7. Understanding the formal curriculum 8. Outside support and influences 9. Taking this further: developing yourself Useful website addresses References Index
