Ms Chinese Long-term Substitute Instructional Assistant
4 days ago
We are seeking a long-term substitute MS Chinese IA from **28 July to 19 Dec 2025**.
**Responsibilities**:
The Instructional Assistant is responsible for working within Middle School Chinese Classrooms to support the learning, safety and emotional well-being of students at Singapore American School (SAS). The actions listed below each category are examples of what instructional assistants typically do, but do not represent an exhaustive list.
Support for Learning
- Assist teacher(s) in delivery of the Chinese curriculum and planned curriculum activities.
- Interact with and guide students during activities planned by a teacher (including during times of brief absence of the teacher).
- Assist teacher(s) monitoring student’s learning progress using appropriate tools/software as instructed.
- Assist teacher(s) in conceptualisation and creation of teaching materials to enhance the learning experience.
- Support student learning and conversation in a Mandarin-only learning environment.
- Teach individuals and/or small groups of children under the direction of the teacher to reinforce learning and concepts.
- Support the teacher in ensuring the learning environment is well-organised, neat, and adequately stocked.
- Foster strong relationships with children, parents and teachers to support a conducive learning environment.
- Communicate effectively and confidently with colleagues, teachers, administrators, students and parents.
- Engage fully in professional development opportunities made available by SAS.
- Collaborate with a growth mindset alongside colleagues, teachers, and principals.
Supervision and Student Care
- Assist teacher(s) and enforce protocols during times of emergency (e.g., during fire drills, during lockdowns, evacuation).- Assist classroom teachers in supporting and monitoring students in classes and supporting their social-emotional well-being
The above job description provides an overview of the general duties and responsibilities. Specific tasks are assigned by the supervisor, and additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary.
**Skills & Qualifications**
Communication:
- Strong verbal and written English skills
Content Knowledge:
- Teaching qualification or in educational setting highly preferred;
- Relevant diploma/certificate from a recognised polytechnic or an equivalent required;
- Clerical, typing (English & Chinese) necessary and Google skills helpful;
- Working proficiency in computer usage
Collaboration: Team spirited, driven and "go the extra mile" attitude is essential; strong customer focused mindset and execution approach
Creativity: Personal growth mindset, open to acting on feedback
Competence: Experience working with children in an educational setting is highly preferred willingness to be flexible and adaptive to learning and classroom needs
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