Teaching Assistant

St Joseph’s Institution International School (SJIIS) Malaysia is a Lasallian International School (3 to 18 years). It prepares students for the IGCSE and A Level examinations with an emphasis upon research-based teaching pedagogy and a character-building programme of activities inspired by the school’s Lasallian heritage. This includes service learning initiatives, and a holistic approach to sport, music and the arts. Our students are a pleasure to teach, allowing you to focus on developing your craft, with the support of professional development opportunities both within school and beyond.

SJIIS is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Teaching Assistant who will provide in class support to students in the Elementary School, as well as offering individualised support and teaching small groups of students. The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to join the staff of this ambitious and developing international school.

The School is committed to delivering an outstanding and well-rounded learning experience that will meet the needs of pupils at all levels. We are committed to securing the highest possible standards of teaching and learning to ensure that our pupils will flourish with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them for future studies and for lifelong learning. The school has a very strong extra-curricular programme for its students, and all teachers are expected to make a significant contribution to this.

The successful candidate will uphold the school values, and put pupils‘ wellbeing and character development at the heart of learning. They will be responsible for promoting high quality education for all students in an inclusive setting, showing respect for all within our community.

Requirements

• Supporting students with their learning by providing in class support
• Working with the department to adapt teaching resources to suit students of different abilities
• To promote the Lasallian Mission and Core Values of SJIIS
• Demonstrate thorough curriculum knowledge
• Have a genuine commitment to student progress and the wellbeing and pastoral care of children
• Demonstrate a proactive approach towards professional development
  
  

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, state of the art environment
• A caring, inclusive Lasallian school committed to holistic education
• A school-wide commitment to accelerating and deepening pupils’ learning
• A highly effective team committed to supporting each other
• Excellent professional development opportunities to support the delivery of cutting edge practice
  
  

SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes. We expect the same commitment to keeping children safe from all of our staff and applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including a full DBS check, checks with past employers, online checks and relevant international police checks. SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore, be subject to a DBS check.

Click here to read more about job description How To Apply:

• Complete the application form at this link.
• A letter of application (maximum 2 pages)
• A curriculum vitae
  
  

Send the above to [email protected] Please indicate clearly in the subject portion of the email which post you are applying for.