Teacher Assistant @ Fernvale Gardens School

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Singapore is seeking dedicated individuals to assist in the education of children with learning difficulties. This role involves creating a supportive learning environment, working closely with teachers, and actively engaging with students to enhance their development. Candidates should possess GCE 'N' Level or 'O' Level credits and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for fostering personal growth in students. Join us in making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be passionate about each child's personal growth.
• Ability to work with children/youth aged 7-18 with learning difficulties.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create a clean, safe learning environment to promote development.
• Prepare learning materials and assist teachers in lessons.
• Support individualised goals for each student to enhance growth.
• Collect data to monitor student progress and implement behavioural plans.

Skills

Passionate about personal growth

Good communication skills

Teamwork abilities with therapists

Education

GCE 'N' Levels or GCE ‘O’ Levels 3 credits

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs’ lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in creating clean, safe and conducive learning environment which promotes student learning and development
• Assist teachers in preparing and producing learning materials
• Assist and guide students in carrying out instructions and activities during lessons
• Build a strong relationship with students by exhibiting care, concern and encouragement
• Support teachers in determining individualised goals for each student to enhance their development
• Assist teachers in data collection to understand student profiles and monitor progress
• Implement students behavioural plans and support in managing student behaviours under teacher supervision
• Proactively engage in professional development activities to facilitate ongoing knowledge and skills development

QUALIFICATIONS

• GCE 'N' Levels or GCE ‘O’ Levels 3 credits

OTHER INFORMATION

• Passionate about each child's personal growth and open to new and innovative methods of teaching
• Able to work with children/youth ranging from 7 - 18 years of age with one or more learning difficulties
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a team with social workers, therapist and other teaching colleagues

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - MINDSG LTD