Job Description

Overview:

The Instructional Assistant is responsible for working within a learning community to support the learning, safety and emotional well-being of children at Singapore American School (SAS). There are three primary categories of responsibilities. The actions listed below each category are examples of what instructional assistants typically do, but do not represent an exhaustive list.

The expected commencement date for this position is 24 July 2023.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operating information/reference/circulation desks and student supervisory duties as assigned
• Helps to facilitate room bookings, special events, and other systems/programs supported by the Library.
• Collaborates with the library team and other parts of the SAS HS to enhance the student experience.

Shared responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional support to students, teachers, and the greater community through:
• active listening and learning,
• sourcing materials and references, and
• supporting / celebrating projects.
• Daily opening and closing duties as assigned

The above job description is only indicative of the broad set of duties and responsibilities. Distribution of tasks is assigned by the supervisor. Other tasks may be assigned on the job, as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Skills & Requirements

Qualifications Required:

• Diploma from a recognised Polytechnic is required. Professional qualifications Library and/or Information Science, preferably with a background in digital library and digital scholarship projects implementation would be an advantage.
• Professional working experience in a library or research setting.
• Knowledge and experience in digital library applications, digital curation, and working with teenagers/ high school students preferred.
• Positive work attitude and initiative.
• Good interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and innovatively with library colleagues, and the SAS community.

Singapore American School