Teacher Assistant

Canadian International School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support student learning and engagement. The role involves assisting teachers, providing social and behavioral support, and maintaining a conducive learning environment. Ideal candidates should possess post-secondary education in an education-related field and have strong organizational skills. Experience in an educational setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in an educational setting preferred.
• Willing to learn and utilise basic teaching methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with assigned tasks and classwork.
• Provide instructional support to individuals and small groups of students.
• Supervise students during field trips and at school assemblies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Cultural competence

Patience

Kindness

Energetic

Education

Post secondary education in an education-related field

Job description

Canadian International School – Jurong Town

Location: Varied depending on assignment

Reports to : Principal/Vice-Principal

Works collaboratively with: Teachers, Students, Programme Coordinators, members of the student support team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY (Main purpose of this job):

An Instructional Assistant is part of a team of educators working together to provide the best learning environment for students and in doing so will:

Keep open lines of communication with teachers, administrators, support staff and fellow instructional assistants

Respect confidentiality and privacy of information related to students and the workplace. Instructional assistants are not permitted to discuss a child’s academic/social development with parents directly. Any direct communication with parents must be carried out by the teacher.

Be flexible and willing to perform duties outside the specific scope of your job description.

Participate in school activities such as staff meetings, social functions and other school activities.

Attend professional learning and training sessions.

Maintain levels of professional conduct and dress appropriate for a representative of the CIS community.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Key areas of responsibility)

• Familiarity with CIS curriculum as it pertains to the Instructional Assistant’s assignment.
• Assist students with the completion of assigned tasks and classwork.
• Adapt and differentiate materials in collaboration with the teacher.
• Under the guidance and direction of the classroom teacher provide instructional support to individuals and small groups of students.
• Assist in implementing instructional plans and provide support and supervision while the teacher is engaged with others.
• Assist in monitoring student progress towards set learning goals and provide feedback, guidance and reinforce taught concepts where necessary.
• Help students compile portfolios in either digital or other formats.

Social and behavioral support

The instructional assistant will provide social behavioral support evidenced by fostering a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.

• Assist and guide students by demonstrating appropriate support, patience, kindness and caring.
• Develop students’ self-esteem and positive self-concept.
• Assisting with safe transitions and supervision of students.
• Supervise, observe and encourage positive student behavior in a developmentally appropriate way, and in keeping with the values of our school.
• Render basic first aid as and when necessary.
• Assist students with matters of personal hygiene.
• Meet school buses and participate in supervision as required.
• Supervise students during field trips and at school assemblies.
• Assist with duties as required.
• Dialogue with the teacher regarding student academic progress and behaviour.
• Confer with the teacher when necessary regarding student needs.
• Alert the teacher to any specific student concerns as they arise.

Administrative Support

The instructional assistant may not spend more than 20% of their time involved in administrative work which may include:

• Assist with the preparation and distribution of learning materials.
• Help keep track of classroom supplies that need to be ordered.
• Keep the learning spaces neat and orderly.
• Assist with displays of student work.
• Assist with classroom routines such as the collection of money or permission slips and keep accurate records of those transactions.

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

• Post secondary education and or certification in an education-related field.
• Prior experience working in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Lifelong learner willing to learn and utilise basic teaching methods, techniques, and procedures used in the classroom.

COMPETENCIES

• Culturally competent and able to work with culturally diverse staff and students in a bilingual and multilingual setting.
• Motivated, and energetic.
• Results oriented and has a strong sense of accountability for student success.