Relief Teaching Assistant

Employer: Grace Orchard School

Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

The Relief Teaching Assistant, reports directly to the Class Teacher and is responsible to assist Class Teachers with the teaching and supervision of students. She/He will also assist in resource preparation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carries out the Mission, Vision, Values and initiatives established by the school

Improves and upkeeps the repute of the school by conducting oneself in a professional manner at all times in speech, action, appearance and demeanor

Provide support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment

Assist the teacher in the preparation for daily activities by:

a. preparing lesson deliverables including worksheets, drawings and handouts,

b. preparing/developing/making various resources/teaching aids,

c. setting up the classroom and other appropriate facilities,

d. maintaining the cleanliness of the class.

Present subject matter to children, under the guidance of a teacher, utilizing a variety of methods including stories, activities, and role playing

Assist children, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts both in and outside the school

Be familiar with weekly lesson plans, each student’s Individualized Educational Programme and health/medical conditions

Maintains confidentiality of records and information of students and families

Requirements

Minimum completed secondary education

Dedicated & responsible adults

Those with relevant experience but without the necessary qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.