Primary Support Teaching Assistant/ Nhân Viên Trợ Giảng

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a resilient, compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant for a Year One child with additional learning and behavioural support needs. In this role, you will work closely with the year 1 team and learning support teacher to provide tailored support and guidance to ensure the academic and social development of the student.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborative Planning:

• Work closely with the classroom teacher and the special education team to understand the specific needs and goals of the assigned student.

• Attend planning meetings (Year Group + Learning Support) and contribute to the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and learning strategies for the assigned student.

2. General Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Support the whole class during lessons, group activities, and classroom management.

• Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans, preparing materials, and organizing the classroom.

• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment and classroom culture for all students.

• Provide additional support to students with diverse needs as necessary.

3. Monitoring and Observation:

• Continuously monitor the assigned student's progress and behavior in the classroom. Be alert to signs that the student may need individualized support or intervention.

• Share observations and insights with the classroom teacher and special education team regularly.

4. Responsive 1:1 Support:

• Be prepared to intervene 1:1 with the assigned student when required, especially during moments of distress, confusion, or when the student's behavior requires individual attention.

• Implement strategies outlined in the student's IEP to address specific needs or challenges.

• To be alert to the pastoral challenges of assisting a student with special educational needs. Maintain a demeanour of patience, empathy, calmness, and care, at all times, when helping the student.

5. Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Be flexible and ready to switch between the teaching assistant role and the designated adult role as the situation demands.

• Be responsive to the changing needs of the assigned student throughout the day.

6. Confidentiality and Respect:

• Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the assigned student and their family.

• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and understanding towards the student's individual needs and challenges.

7. Professional Development:

• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities related to special education, classroom management, and best practices in teaching and supporting students with diverse needs.

• Set personal ‘success factors’ and submit to line-manager (Learning Support Teacher) for performance management review process.

8. Communication:

• Maintain open and effective communication with the classroom teacher, special education team, and other relevant staff members.

• Share relevant information about the student's progress and challenges in a timely manner.

EXPECTATIONS SPECIFIC TO THE ASSIGNED STUDENT IN YEAR 1

• To encourage independence and instill good individual academic skills.

• To assist the student in beginning his work.

• To provide 1:1 assistance and support for the student academically when required while still enabling him to work independently.

• To facilitate opportunities for the student to use break-out room in times of heightened emotional distress / frustration – using limit of 5 Minute Timer + Chill Box

• To always reinforce classroom expectations and praise positive behaviour.

• Instruct, remind, and encourage the student toward classroom activities explicitly and frequently.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Qualification/ Training:

- Vietnamese

- University graduate – Essential

Experience and Skills

- Familiarity with the International Primary Curriculum – Desirable

- Proficient in spoken and written English and Vietnamese – Essential

- Experience working with children in an educational environment – Essential

- Experience working with children who have special educational needs – Desirable

- Experience supporting and developing students with behavioural challenges - Desirable

- Good communication and organisational skills – Essential

- An ability to form and maintain caring and trusting relationships with children and young people. Particularly those who may struggle to form social relationships – Essential

- The ability to work as part of and contribute to a team – Essential

- Resilient, Compassionate, Caring, Patient, Good Collaborator and Communicator, Flexible - Essential

- Eager to develop their understanding of neurodiverse students in primary setting – Essential