Special Needs Teacher Assistant

Nurture Mind Development; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurture Mind Development is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support the Special Needs Teacher in delivering intervention programmes, guiding students, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur.

You will assist during learning sessions, prepare materials, manage routines, and help students with communication, social interactions, and daily activities while upholding confidentiality and teamwork with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology, Child Development, or related field.
• Experience with children is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist during one-to-one and group learning sessions.
• Provide prompting under teacher supervision.
• Support transitions and daily routines.
• Encourage independence in self-help skills.
• Assist students with communication and social interactions.
• Prepare teaching materials before lessons.
• Set up learning stations and sensory activities.
• Organise educational resources and classroom equipment.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and safety.
• Implement behaviour support strategies directed by the teacher.
• Record behavioural observations when required.
• Assist during behavioural incidents while maintaining student safety.
• Record attendance and daily observations.
• Support teachers with classroom documentation.
• Relay daily classroom updates through approved communication channels.
• Refer all educational concerns to the supervising teacher.
• Assist with centre events and activities.
• Support inventory management of classroom materials.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Centre Manager.

Skills

Interest in special needs

Positive attitude

Teamwork & communication

Patience & resilience

Basic computer literacy

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Diploma or certificate in related field

Job description

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Nurture Mind Development – Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

ob Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Summary

The Special Needs Teaching Assistant supports the Special Needs Teacher in delivering intervention programmes, facilitating student participation, managing classroom routines, and ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support

• Assist during one-to-one and group learning sessions.
• Provide prompting and guidance under the teacher's supervision.
• Support students during transitions and daily routines.
• Encourage independence in self-help skills.
• Assist students with communication and social interactions.

Classroom Support

• Prepare teaching materials before lessons.
• Set up learning stations and sensory activities.
• Organise educational resources and classroom equipment.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and safety.

Behaviour Support

• Implement behaviour support strategies directed by the teacher.
• Record behavioural observations when required.
• Assist during behavioural incidents while maintaining student safety.

Documentation

• Record attendance and daily observations.
• Support teachers with classroom documentation.

Parent Communication

• Relay daily classroom updates through approved communication channels.
• Refer all educational concerns to the supervising teacher.

Administrative Support

• Assist with centre events and activities.
• Support inventory management of classroom materials.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Centre Manager.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience working with children is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills

• Genuine interest in working with children with special needs.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Patience and emotional resilience.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.