Teaching Assistant (All Subjects)

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited; Hong Kong; Vor Ort; HKD 201.000 - 301.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to support students across academic, physical, and personal development. You will collaborate with teachers to deliver targeted interventions during class, lunch, and after-school sessions, including pull-out lessons.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Education or related field and strong communication skills in English and/or Mandarin, with the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• Excellent spoken and written communication in English and/or Mandarin.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Willingness to work outside regular class hours.

Aufgaben

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students requiring additional help.
• Assist with lesson preparation and learning materials.
• Support during lunch breaks and after-school sessions.
• Track student progress and report observations to teachers.
• Coordinate with teachers for pull-out sessions.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Differentiated instruction

Classroom support

Organisational skills

Bilingual English/Mandarin

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to support students in their academic, physical, and personal development. The successful candidate will work closely with subject teachers to provide individualised and small-group interventions during class, lunch breaks, after-school sessions, and pull-out lessons. This position is ideal for someone passionate about student progress, tailored support, and confidence-building through engagement and interactive learning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Targeted Student Support:

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students requiring additional help in specific subject areas.

• Focus on improving fundamental concepts, core competencies, practical skills, and subject-specific literacy/fluency:

  • English / Chinese: Phonetics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing structure, speaking fluency, and listening skills.

  • Mathematics: Mathematical logic, problem-solving, arithmetic, geometry, algebra, and step-by-step reasoning.

  • Science: Scientific inquiry, laboratory practical safety, concept understanding, and experimental procedure.

  • Physical Education (PE): Physical literacy, motor skill refinement, sports execution, fitness development, and safety protocols.

• Design and implement individualised learning strategies in collaboration with the teaching team.

• Support students during lunch recess and after-school sessions (Monday to Friday).

• Conduct pull-out sessions or targeted class interventions, coordinating closely with subject and homeroom teachers.

2. Classroom & Teacher Collaboration:

• Work closely with subject teachers to identify students needing support and devise tailored intervention plans.

• Assist with lesson preparation, including the creation of worksheets, learning materials, physical equipment setups, and digital resources.

• Reinforce classroom learning through targeted exercises, practical drills, and guided practice sessions.

• Track student progress and communicate observations to teachers for instructional adjustments.

3. Administrative & Resource Development:

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and learning goals.

• Contribute to organising academic or co-curricular programs (e.g., reading clubs, STEM projects, math competitions, sports days, or cultural activities).

• Help manage department resources, including classroom materials, laboratory equipment, PE apparatus, and digital tools.

4. Extracurricular & Enrichment Activities:

• Encourage student participation in subject-based enrichment activities (e.g., storytelling, debate, science fairs, sports clubs, or competitions).

• Support students in exam preparation, project-based learning, coursework, and homework completion.

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Education, the target subject area—English, Chinese, Mathematics, Sports Science/PE, Science—or a related field).

• Communication: Excellent spoken and written communication skills in the primary language of instruction (English and/or Mandarin depending on the subject context).

• Skills: Strong interest in student support, language/academic development, and physical wellbeing. Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

• Organisation: Strong organisational skills and flexibility in working outside regular class hours (e.g., lunch recess or after‑school activities).

Preferred Experience & Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a teaching assistant, tutor, coach, or learning support specialist.

• Familiarity with subject-specific strategies (e.g., phonics/literacy for language; manipulatives for maths; lab safety/practical setups for science; sports coaching/first aid for PE).

• Experience working in international school settings or with diverse student populations (e.g., EAL/CAL learners).

• Familiarity with international curricula (such as Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A Level, or IBDP) in the relevant subject area.