Role Description / Working Relationships

The Learning Assistant will provide support to lead teachers to design, plan, organize, present and evaluate the classes of meaningful instruction, based on and following the written guidelines of the program curriculum. The person in this role will also work with other teaching staff to reflect, discuss and make suggestions to improve further the program curriculum as well as the overall program.

All learning assistants must make an effort to build a healthy relationship with students and colleagues. All participants are expected to work together to enhance the mission of the Academy.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide support to lead teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating learning environment

Coordinate work among all learning assistants

Coach or supervise in the afternoon program

Chaperone student activity trips

Translation of documents, when necessary

Daily lesson and activity preparation and reflection

Lead daily reflection sessions with students

Model conduct for students in and outside the classroom

Communicate with parents promptly and professionally

Participate in weekly discussion and reflection on curriculum and program

improvements

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

Minimum requirements:

Strong interest in education and seriously exploring teaching as a potential career

Bachelor degree or above

One academic term or equivalent of teaching experience

Proficient in English and Mandarin

Willing to work hard and comfortable with team work

Ability and willingness to see hurdles and challenges as opportunity for growth

Desirable qualities:

Ability to coach a sport or experience of running an extra-curricular activity

International experience

Demonstrated leadership skills