Full-time Cover Teaching Assistant

St Joseph’s Institution International Elementary School, a Catholic & Lasallian school that provides a quality international education for a diverse student body, rooted in the community of Singapore, is seeking a dynamic, conscientious and proactive individual to join us as Full-time Cover Teaching Assistant.

Job Purpose

• Assist teachers, staff and the Leadership Team with the organisation and running of the Elementary School
• Support students in all aspects of the school day

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in ensuring the well-being and safety of the Elementary School Students
• Support teachers with the delivery of the curriculum and learning activities
• Support the teachers with the provision and organisation of learning resources
• Be a role model for Lasallian Values and School Vision, Mission, Values and the Virtues Programme

Specific Tasks and Duties

• Prepare learning materials for the teacher by making, photocopying or organising resources
• Observe and monitor student behaviour in the classroom, during transitions and at recess reporting any matters of concern to the appropriate teacher
• Assist the teacher during special events in the class and during school wide celebrations
• Create displays and signage in the classroom and corridor areas
• Sort, audit and organise classroom resources in preparation for the next term

Communication

• Communicate with teaching and administrative staff, Teaching Assistants, TA Coordinator, the Leadership Team and students effectively, respectfully and in a timely manner
• Report to the AP Student Success any matters related to child safeguarding, Health and Safety, discipline or personal concerns

Collaboration and Relationship Management

• Work collaboratively and purposefully with assigned teachers and other Teaching Assistants
• Support teachers with the organisation and management of the students as a class, in groups or individually whilst promoting high standards of behaviour and discipline
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with the AP Student Success and TA Coordinator as part of a team that supports the academic, social and emotional development of each child

Self-Evaluation and Quality Assurance

• Participate in the school’s evaluation process as a reflective practitioner and use this as an opportunity for professional growth
• Seek opportunities for professional development through a range of opportunities such as professional reading, in-school or external workshops

General Areas of Responsibility

• Be an advocate of the school and its decisions during interactions with students, staff and the community.
• Lead in nurturing a Lasallian Catholic ethos by building upon the legacy and tradition of the school firmly anchored in Faith, Service and Community
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality within and beyond the workplace
• Maintain updated knowledge of Child Protection and pastoral care generally
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and students
• Be a role model within the school in terms of professional conduct and work ethic
• Treat others fairly and with respect in order to create and maintain a positive school culture
• Inform and support the SLT as needed
• Take on specific tasks related to the day-to-day administration and organisation of the school as requested by the Principal or SLT

Minimum Requirements

• High School Certificate and above
• 1 or more years of working with students in a school context