Total 2 science job vacancies in D26 Upper Thomson, Springleaf

We are seeking for the position to start in February 2025.

Appointment : Teaching Assistant in Science & Mathematics

Reporting to : Head of Learning Development Department

Commencement: February 2025

Position: Part-Time (10 hours per week)

Overall Purpose:

To support the Learning Development Department in our mission: to support students socially, emotionally and academically to help them to achieve their potential as learners and to participate fully in school life.

Specific Responsibilities:

• To provide support and interventions for a particular group of students individually or in small groups, as directed by the Head of the Learning Development Department
• To plan a programme of support with the guidance of the Head of the Learning Development Department to agreed deadlines and in agreed formats
• To regularly liaise with the Head of the Learning Development Department regarding the support and interventions provided
• To help with differentiating lesson content and instruction, as well as the scaffolding of tasks
• To liaise with and facilitate staff training to promote capacity of technical and academic language
• Add relevant observations and strategies used to the individual learner profiles
• Feed knowledge of the learners’ understanding of key concepts into the teacher’s assessment and planning where appropriate
• To develop and maintain a good home-school partnership with the guidance of the Head of the Learning Development Department; to consult with and inform parents of the progress, attainment and attitudes of pupils

General Responsibilities:

• To assist teachers with the well-being and safety of High School students
• Any other non-teaching duties that may be assigned by the Senior School Principal or teachers
• School working hours are from 7.15 am to 4.15pm
• Promote the School’s Lasallian values
• Be a positive role model for students
• Set high expectations
• Promote cohesion and collegiality in professional relationships
• To understand and apply school policies
• To maintain professionalism and confidentiality inside and outside the workplace; this includes keeping updated on Child Protection issues and internet safety and having a working knowledge of the pastoral care system within the school
• Other reasonable requests made by the Principal
• Attend professional learning and coaching sessions with the Head of the Learning Development Department

Please visit our website at https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/employment for more details.

Interested parties please apply via my careersfuture or JoPlease visit our website at https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/employment for more details.

Interested parties please apply via my careersfuture or JobStreet.

Only Singaporeans or PRs who reside in Singapore need apply.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are seeking this position to start as soon as possible.

Primary Responsibilities:

To provide students with a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable learning experience both in and beyond the classroom, and to offer them the encouragement they need to thrive at SJI International.

Specific Responsibilities:

Teaching and learning

· Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethos of our school

· Work with other members of the Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following:

curriculum planning and delivery; formative and summative assessment through classwork, homework and formal examination; standardisation and moderation of the examinations process

· Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work

· Teach across the age and ability ranges from IGCSE (Grades 9 & 10), to the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12) [IB/A-Level experience is an advantage]

· Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom

· To identify and take advantage of opportunities to demonstrate the application of essential skills beyond the peripheries of the classroom.

· Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN/ESL in line with school and faculty policy

· Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom

· Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and faculty policy

· Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently

· Take part in the process and marking of the Extended Essay component of the IB Diploma

Recording and assessment

· Set clear targets for raising achievement

· Collect and record assessment data (enter on SIMS where required)

· Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress

· Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students

· Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication via email and the student diary/planner

Standards and quality assurance

· Support the aims and ethos of SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school

· Support the school’s established SMILES values

· Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance

· Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances

· Uphold the school's behaviour code and uniform regulations

· Participate in staff training and annual performance review

· Attend team and staff meetings

Other duties and responsibilities

This is essentially a generic Job Specification for Subject Teachers; all teachers at SJI International are also expected to contribute significantly to the service, sport and activity programmes, to accompany school trips and expeditions and to play a full part in the continued development of a thriving school community. Most teachers are also expected to take on the pastoral role of Form Tutor.

Application Process
All applications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/ APLi only. The link to our Schrole / APLi page can be found on our Employment Page
(https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/employment).
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.