Learning Support Teacher (Secondary)

Job role: Korean International School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced full-time Learning Support Teacher who has a keen interest in working with students with mild Special Educational Needs in the mainstream Secondary classroom setting.

Job responsibilities:

• Promote acceptance and inclusion of students with SEN in the classroom and in all areas of school life.
• Assist students on an individual or small group basis in specific learning areas, under the direction of the Head of Learning Support, Deputy Heads and subject teachers.
• Facilitate Student Support Team meetings, and collaborate with teachers to devise, implement, assess and review Student Support Plan and Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Communicate with parents for SEN student progress and other concerns
• Collaborate subject teachers in lesson planning, differentiation and in the preparation of student resources.
• Assist in the identification, development and facilitation of support in order to meet the learning needs of students
• Provide push-ins support for caseload of SEN students in mainstream classrooms
• Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
• Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
• Participate in team meetings and Continuing Professional Development courses.
• Assist with the supervision of students in the school grounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
• Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
• Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
• Keep a documented record of student progress/observations and communicate case notes to the Learning Support team.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with students, parents and colleagues to ensure good communication and effective working practices.
• Action other duties as directed by the Head of Learning Support, Vice Principal or Principal

Requirements for the Learning Support Teacher: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (preferably in Education or a relevant area)
• Minimum of two years’ experience of working with students with SEN
• Have knowledge of different learning styles and strategies to support students with diverse needs
• Ability to build rapport with students aged 11-18
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Accountable, flexible, dynamic, displaying a can-do attitude and the ability to proactively propose solutions when facing issues
• Proficiency in using computers and other forms of technology

The package for this position includes:

• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance
• CPD training
• Bonus upon completion of each contract