Learning and Behavior Support Assistant

Hope Academy; George Town; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Academy in George Town, Malaysia is looking for a Learning and Behavior Support Assistant. This role focuses on helping students overcome barriers to learning, ensuring they can engage fully in the classroom environment.

Your responsibilities will include providing targeted interventions, supporting diverse learning needs, and collaborating with teachers to monitor progress. Ideal candidates are committed to inclusion and have at least a Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• At least 3 years of experience in a school environment.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioral interventions.
• Implement individualized support strategies.
• Promote positive behavior and inclusion.
• Supervise students during activities and ensure safety.
• Collect and maintain accurate data on student progress.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Skilled in managing challenging behavior

Strong organizational skills

Data tracking ability

Reliable, punctual, and professional

Education

Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a school setting

Job description

Role Overview

The Learning and Behavior Support Assistant works with individual students and small groups to overcome barriers to learning, improve behavior, and support academic achievement.

This role includes providing targeted interventions and implementing appropriate accommodations to support diverse learning and behavioral needs, ensuring all students can fully engage and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support and Behavior

• Provide targeted academic and behavioral interventions to support student progress
• Implement individualized support strategies and accommodations to meet diverse learning needs
• Promote positive behavior, inclusion, and student wellbeing
• Support students with learning needs, helping them remain engaged and on task
• Assist in managing and improving behavior in line with the school’s code of conduct
• Implement behavior and skill‑development plans under the guidance of specialists
• Support social and emotional development using appropriate strategies

Collaboration and Monitoring

• Work closely with teachers to monitor student progress and development
• Communicate with parents and relevant professionals as needed
• Collect and maintain accurate data on student progress and behavior
• Attend training and collaborate with external support staff (e.g., ABA teams)

School Life and Supervision

• Supervise students during classes, breaks, and school activities to ensure safety
• Support attendance and punctuality initiatives
• Assist with student programs such as mentoring, student council, and extracurricular activities
• Provide classroom or duty cover when needed

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and high professional standards
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Contribute positively to teamwork and school culture
• Carry out additional duties as reasonably assigned by leadership

Key Outcomes

• Students demonstrate progressive digital literacy skills across all grade levels
• Students use technology safely, ethically, and responsibly
• Students apply computational thinking and problem‑solving skills through coding and design
• Students create, communicate, and collaborate effectively using digital tools
• Technology is effectively integrated across the school to enhance teaching and learning

Personal Specifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a school setting
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs

Skills and Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in managing challenging behavior calmly and consistently
• Strong organizational skills and data tracking ability
• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to inclusion and student success
• Patient, empathetic, and approachable
• Resilient and confident in managing challenging situations
• Collaborative and proactive team member
• Positive attitude and commitment to a supportive school culture