Learning support teacher

La Garenne School SA; Chesières; Vor Ort; CHF 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

La Garenne School SA in Chesières, Vaud, Switzerland seeks a full-time Learning Support Teacher to support diverse learners, focusing on English language acquisition and Cambridge exam prep. The role involves collaboration with teachers, LSCO, parents, and boarding staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

The successful candidate will hold an honours degree (or higher) in a related subject, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be committed to equality and holistic

Qualifikationen

• Fluent English required; knowledge of French or another language is an advantage.
• Experience with SEND and boarding-school context is preferred.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Aufgaben

• Assist and support pupils on the SEND register by planning and delivering lessons.
• Collaborate with LSCO, teachers and parents to plan Individual Educational Plans.
• Deliver focused English language support and Cambridge exam prep.
• Develop and adapt teaching resources with guidance from LSCO or external services.
• Engage with parents to promote involvement in school life and pupil outcomes.
• Identify effective teaching approaches for students with additional learning needs.
• Support pupil well-being and life skills through teamwork.
• Provide regular feedback on pupil progress to teachers and LSCO.
• Assess and monitor progress and plan next steps for SEND pupils.

Kenntnisse

Fluent English

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal comms in英

Ausbildung

Honours degree or higher in related subject

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time, experienced Learning Support Teacher to work with a diverse range of students. This role is crucial in providing targeted assistance to students who may be facing challenges in their academic journey. The Learning Support position involves working closely with students, teachers, and parents to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. We welcome applications from all nationalities. You must be fluent in English. Knowledge of French and/or another language is an advantage.

Main Duties

• To assist and support individual pupil(s) on the SEND register by planning, preparing and delivering lessons, assessing pupil progress and planning the next steps (28 periods a week)
• To plan effectively to meet the needs of individual pupils with Special Educational Needs and, in collaboration with the Learning Support Coordinator (LSCO), prepare, implement, monitor and review Individual Educational Plans
• To deliver focused support lessons, specifically focused on English language acquisition and preparation for Cambridge English Examinations
• To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the LSCO, Educational Psychologist or other outside agencies
• To work in partnership with the parents to promote their involvement in working with the school to achieve the best outcome for the pupil(s)
• Identify and share the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with additional learning support needs
• To work as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the pupils enhance their learning opportunities and life skills
• To provide regular feedback to the Class teacher / Subject teacher / KS Lead / LSCO and relevant outside agencies (as directed) about the pupils’ difficulties and progress
• To assess and monitor pupil progress and plan next steps for children on the SEND register

Person Specification

• Good honours degree and/or a further degree in a directly related subject.
• Has experience working with young people in a boarding school setting. Shares the educational vision of La Garenne International School including our holistic vision of education and is excited to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral aspects of life at the school.
• Embraces a commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Embraces developments and innovations in teaching and learning and is willing to experiment with new practices.
• Is passionate about their subject and can enthuse others.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (native-level)
• Has strong interpersonal skills.
• Understands the importance of Safeguarding and keeping all students safe.
• Has a good honours degree or relevant equivalent qualification.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ICT competence and willingness to embrace new technologies.
• Can support our after-school programme.
• Is reliable and organised.
• Shares our vision of holistic education and is excited to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral life of the school.
• Is proactive and continually strives for improvement.
• Possesses a positive outlook, an optimistic approach to change and development, and a good sense of humour.