Role Summary

The Teaching Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment for children in the Early Years Programme. This role involves assisting in lesson delivery, caregiving routines, classroom management, and maintaining open communication with children, staff, and parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Assist in supervising children during class, transitions, outdoor play, and routine times (e.g., snack, toileting).
• Engage children meaningfully through guided play, storytelling, and hands-on exploration.
• Help prepare and clean up teaching materials and classroom resources.
• Observe and support individual children’s needs under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic classroom environment.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and school events when required.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and parents.

Requirements

• Minimum Early Childhood Certificate or WSQ Fundamentals in Early Childhood Care & Education preferred
• Experience in childcare, preschool, or enrichment settings an advantage
• A caring and patient disposition
• Enjoys working with young children and is sensitive to their needs
• Willingness to learn and support classroom routines
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Physically fit and able to manage active young children

Desirable Qualities

• Basic understanding of early childhood development
• Positive, responsible, and dependable
• Flexible and adaptable to the daily needs of the class
• Bilingual ability (English/Chinese or others) is a plus
• Able to commence in Term 3 (July)