Inclusive Classroom Assistant: ESL and Student Support

Peninsula International School Australia; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Peninsula International School Australia seeks a caring, proactive Teacher Assistant to help homeroom teachers and the teaching team. You will support classroom activities, student learning and wellbeing in a safe, inclusive environment.

Requirements include a Diploma or equivalent and good English; prior experience with children is a plus. The role involves supervision, excursions, and active participation in professional development within a collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM/STPM, Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development or related field is an added advantage.
• Previous experience working with children or in a school/classroom environment preferred.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Able to support students with ESL learners.
• Willingness to learn and participate in professional development.
• Committed to safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with teachers and teaching assistants and provide support where required.
• Prepare learning materials, resources and classroom equipment for lessons.
• Support students individually or in small groups to consolidate lesson material.
• Assist students with additional learning requirements, including ESL learners.
• Observe and support students' progress and provide individualised assistance under teacher guidance.
• Work with the Homeroom Teacher to monitor the class schedule and classroom activities.
• Reinforce school and classroom rules and appropriate student behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, organised, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Supervise students during specialist lessons, venue transitions, recess and lunch according to the duty roster.
• Accompany students during excursions, trips and special school events when required.
• Attend relevant meetings and professional development sessions.
• Build positive relationships with students, teachers, colleagues and parents.
• Uphold the School’s mission, values and applicable SEGi Group policies and procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

SPM/STPM or equivalent

Job description

Peninsula International School Australia seeks a caring, proactive Teacher Assistant to help homeroom teachers and the teaching team. You will support classroom activities, student learning and wellbeing in a safe, inclusive environment.

Requirements include a Diploma or equivalent and good English; prior experience with children is a plus. The role involves supervision, excursions, and active participation in professional development within a collaborative school community.