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In-Person Teaching Assistant Symposium in Shenzhen
Quiet Impact,
Powerful Presence
Teaching Assistants Leading from Within
Shekou International School, Shenzhen
December 12, 2026 | 9:00AM-3:00PM
Venue
Shekou International School, Shenzhen
Date
December 12, 2026
Saturday
Time
9:00AM - 3:00 PM
Early Bird Price*
CNY1200 CNY800
Exclusive 50% off discount for paid participants from the Virtual TAC.
*Expires on November 12, 2026.
Connect, Collaborate and Grow
The Quiet Impact, Powerful Presence In-Person TA Symposium follows the 9th Virtual Teaching Assistants Conference: Teaching Assistants Leading from Within.
This one-day symposium brings Teaching Assistants together to explore shared challenges, exchange practical ideas and strengthen their professional connections.
The experience will be interactive, collaborative and focused on the realities of your everyday work.
You are welcome whether or not you attended the Virtual TAC.
Attended the Virtual TAC? Continue the conversations, deepen your learning and meet members of the community face-to-face.
Couldnβt attend virtually? Join colleagues to gain practical strategies, fresh perspectives and new professional connections.
What We Will Explore
Through facilitated discussions, collaborative activities and peer sharing, participants will explore topics including:
Building stronger partnerships between teachers and Teaching Assistants
Supporting different student needs with confidence
Establishing effective classroom routines
Communicating clearly with teachers, students and colleagues
Using initiative while understanding professional boundaries
Continuing to grow within the Teaching Assistant role
Pricing
Individual Registration
CNY 1200
CNY 800*
Exclusive 50% off discount for paid participants from the Virtual TAC.
*Early bird pricing expires on November 12, 2026.
Bringing a School Team?
Group discounts are available for schools registering multiple participants.
Attending together allows colleagues to build shared language, compare ideas and plan how to apply their learning across the school.
What to Expect
The day will combine:
Facilitated small-group discussions
Practical peer-to-peer sharing
Collaborative problem-solving
Panel conversations during a grab-and-go lunch
Networking and community-building activities
Personal reflection and action planning
A scheduled snack break
This is not a day of simply listening to presentations. Participants will be encouraged to contribute their own experiences, learn from colleagues and identify ideas they can use in their schools.
What You Will Take Away
By the end of the symposium, participants will leave with:
Practical strategies for supporting students and teachers
Fresh perspectives on common classroom challenges
Greater confidence in their professional contribution
Stronger connections with Teaching Assistants from other schools
Clear ideas to apply in their everyday work
Access to an ongoing TA-focused professional learning community
Who Should Attend?
This symposium is designed for:
Teaching & Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)
Specialist Assistants (Library, Arts, Music, PE, Science/Lab)
Co-teachers & Early Childhood Educators
Classroom Teachers looking to optimize their partnership with TAs
No previous TAC attendance is required.
Learn with Peers at
Shekou International School - Net Valley Campus
Wanlian Bldg B, No.10, Gongye 5 Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen Guangdong, China
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Head of School
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Note: The hotel is about a 10 minute walk from SIS, and a 2-3 minute walk to the main restaurant area in Shekou (Sea World).
Contact:
Johnny Yu
Phone/WeChat number: 13302932593
Email: yuhaidong6@cmhk.com
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Double Room (2 breakfast included): CNY680/night
Single Room (1 breakfast included): CNY600/night
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Individual Registration
CNY 1200
CNY 800*
Exclusive 50% off discount for paid participants from the Virtual TAC.
*Expires on November 12, 2026.
Bringing a School Team?
Group discounts are available for schools registering multiple participants.
Attending together allows colleagues to build shared language, compare ideas and plan how to apply their learning across the school.