Relief Teaching Assistant
SingaporeOn-site
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A part-time relief teaching assistant supports preschool classes at GESS, working with children aged 2–6 alongside teachers and parents in a play-based, inquiry-led environment.
About this role
About GESS
As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are for many families the home away from home and we are very happy that they are part of our school community which is based on mutual support and solidarity. With our language programme, we support our students to nurture this part of their identity and want to preserve the opportunity that they can grow up with multiple languages to be best prepared for an international environment. With the German International Abitur or the IB Programme they are perfectly prepared for their career after school. Our students enjoy lifelong learning and we take pride in our GESS values of respect, openness and diversity which our students will nurture in their life after school.
We were awarded with the “Deutsche Schulpreis” (German school prize) 2022, which was given to us for our extraordinary concept according to their motto “Make teaching better”. We stand out as the only German school abroad nominated for this award.
The German European School Singapore (GESS) is looking for expressions of interest for the position of
Relief Pre-School Teaching Assistant.
Responsibilities:
·To take part in all aspects of school life
·To be enthusiastic and passionate when working with children
·To work in collaboration with the class teacher, parents and children, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment
·To develop respectful relationships with children, parents and teachers
·To be responsible and accountable for the supervision of children at all times
·Plan and prepare classroom activities, portfolios and school events with classroom teacher
·Ability to work with parents and other members of the school community
·Assist in the routine care of children, parents, community and colleagues
Requirements:
·Preferably Diploma in Early Education
·Experience working with children aged between 2 and 6 years old
·Must be proficient in English - spoken & written language - as the class will be conducted in English
·Availability to work on an ad hoc basis
·Have an engaging and charismatic disposition with a passion and talent to work with young children
·Must have experience in teaching hands-on and inquiry lead approaches as well as in a play-based curriculum
·The ability to approach people in a friendly and welcoming manner
·Must demonstrate strong work ethics & possess a positive working attitude and be a great team player
We offer an exciting working environment in an international and cooperative team. Competitive hourly rates of pay.
Please include in your application the following:
·Motivational Letter (indicating your reasons for applying for the position)
·Updated CV
Skills
Child SupervisionEarly Years EducationEnglish LanguageEvent CoordinationInquiry-based LearningParent CommunicationPlay-based CurriculumPortfolio Documentation
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