Job Description

UWCSEA East is seeking a Primary School Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Teaching Assistant to join in August/September 2023.

Reporting to the Primary School Leadership Team, the Social Emotional Learning teaching assistant (SEL TA) will assist in the delivery and assessment of the learning programme, based on student needs and goals, within the classroom environment and other settings as directed by members of the Student Support Department, class teacher and/or Head of Grade.

The SEL TA will join our Primary School Support Team. They will work across the Primary School supporting in class and assisting in planning small group experiences to support students\xe2\x80\x99 social and emotional development and skills.

They will support across the Primary School, in class, where needed, to cover absence.

This is a new role and will be reviewed after the first year.

To apply for this role you need to be residing in Singapore. We might not be able to sponsor a work pass for this position.

Main Responsibilities

Pre-lesson Support

• Support students during break times as well as arrival and departure as required.
• Assist in planning, preparation and the use of specialist materials, strategies, and resources.

During Lesson Support

• Support the implementation of strategies and tools that build and enhance students\xe2\x80\x99 social and emotional development and skills.
• Promote positive social, emotional and behavioural learning in students.
• Assist in planning for, and delivering, classroom practices in ways that enhance students\xe2\x80\x99 social and emotional development.
• Engage in all aspects of student learning and curriculum, including programme delivery, goal setting and assessment.
• Positively and proactively deliver targeted support to students with diverse learning profiles within the classroom environment and other school settings.
• Work with the students individually or in a small group setting; supervising and leading activities assigned by the teacher.
• Support and fully engage in all 5 elements of the UWCSEA programme, including activities, service and outdoor education including full participation in residential camps.

Documentation

• Monitor and record student progress, wellbeing and behaviour in an effort to better meet students\xe2\x80\x99 needs and goals.
• Observe students and take anecdotal notes to inform planning of appropriate interventions, and next steps.
• Participate in professional conversations to share above documentation.

Supporting A Positive Learning Environment

• Build positive, productive relationships with the students to support their engagement and learning, including building opportunities to draw on student interests and strengths within the learning programme.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, demonstrating a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of individual/family circumstances.
• Abide by the school\xe2\x80\x99s policies and practices, including the professional code of conduct.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions within the school setting and on school business.
• Engage in, and complete all required safeguarding training and use relevant College systems.
• Use initiative to take on additional responsibilities as and when required.
• Any other administrative duties as assigned.

Person Specifications

Essential

• Experience in school settings essential: at least 2 years of relevant experience in similar capacity with children aged 4 - 11 years old
• A willingness to learn and a commitment to ongoing professional learning is essential to keep up \xc2\xadto date and continue to improve own practice
• Proficient with technology is essential, including Google platforms, Gmail and Google calendar and a working knowledge of Mac
• Must be passionate about working with children aged 4\xc2\xad - 11 to positively impact their learning, demonstrating a caring and supportive approach
• Excellent English (written and spoken) communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work cohesively in a team based environment as well as independently
• Must be flexible, willing and able to adapt and change at short notice in response to student and school needs
• Physically fit and able to work with students in different ways and environments, including working on the floor, kneeling, supervising student up and down the stairs, outdoor duties, and accompanying students on outdoor activities, including off campus and multiple overnight camps

Desirable

• Qualification in relevant fields of study is highly desirable
• Experience and/or qualification working with students requiring social emotional and behavioural support would be advantageous

Application

UWCSEA welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

UWCSEA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from those who wish to join a community which is inclusive, and which celebrates diversity.

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