Ad Hoc Relief Teacher Assistant

Job Responsibilities

Quality Teaching and Learning

• Assist teacher in guiding/supervising students

• Assist teacher in lesson preparation and lesson delivery implementing appropriate teaching strategies for successful learning experience

• Assist teacher in preparing case conference reports and participate in case conference discussions

• Assist teacher in conducting hydrotherapy or swimming lessons

• Assist teacher in managing students behavior using appropriate behavior intervention techniques

• Supervise students during feeding, bathing, grooming, toilet training, and/or other daily living skills training sessions

CCA

• Facilitate and co-conduct CCA sessions

Contribution to school

• Actively participate in school initiatives to bring about school effectiveness and development

Collaboration

• Assist teacher in communicating to parents pertaining to student matters and class/school activities

• Work closely and effectively with parents/caregivers and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) and other staff

Conducive Learning Environment

• Assist teacher in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment

• Assist teacher in maintaining the neatness and proper hygiene of the classroom

• Report any accident or injury, that may occur to students, to the Principal and submit the necessary report

Other expectations:

• Carry out administrative duties associated with classroom activities

• Attend all meetings, case discussions, home visits, and other relevant staff development training as and when required

• Share ideas with colleagues at class and/or department level

Note: The above activities are by no means exhaustive and are subject to amendment whenever needed

Job Specifications

Minimum Education / Qualifications

• Min. GCE O Levels with credit in English or ITE NITEC

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience

• Experience in working with persons with disabilities would be an advantage

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to contribute to group dynamics

Attributes (functional or leadership competencies)

• Display passion, commitment and willingness to go the extra mile