Educational Assistant, Parent Funded (15 April - 28 June 2024)

We are seeking a full time parent funded Educational Assistant to work from 15th April to 28th June 2024 at Renaissance College in the Secondary section. This will be a 1-to-1 student support role.

Position Summary

• To assist in the education and supervision of an individual student within an inclusive learning environment
• To support the student to maximise learning under the guidance of the Learning Enhancement Team (LET) and class teachers

Support for Learning and Teaching:

• To assist with the educational, social, and emotional development of the student
• To work collaboratively with the LET and class teachers in the implementation of individualised support and interventions
• To closely liaise with LET and class teachers to communicate the student’s responses to various tasks or other data as may be requested
• To plan and create alternative resources for the student where appropriate
• To provide integration support for the student outside of the classroom, including access to field trips, educational visits, whole-school activities, and unstructured break times

RCHK Standards:

• To implement positive behaviour support in alignment with RCHK’s philosophy and values
• To build trust and rapport by showing care for the student as an individual
• To model professionalism in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance
• To attend team meetings as requested

Please note that the position will be full-time from 15 April 2024 to 28 June 2024.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people is preferred
• A caring and committed approach to supporting students is essential
• Willingness and eagerness to learn and implement leading practice
• Patience, dependability and creativity
• Ability to collaborate well with others
• Highly proficient in spoken English

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender

identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

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ABOUT US

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

www.esf.edu.hk

ABOUT THE TEAM

ESF Renaissance College Hong Kong (RCHK) is a world-class coeducational independent school and an IB World School. It was the first school in Asia to offer all four of the IB programmes: PYP, MYP, DP and CP.

Students are educated from Year 1 to Year 13 on one site, guided and encouraged by a team of experienced international educators. Our student body comprises 40 nationalities, with 20 languages represented. English is the medium of instruction, with Mandarin taught at every level. Technology is integrated college-wide throughout the curriculum.

Creativity, activity, service (CAS) is integral to college life. Students participate in a myriad of artistic, musical, sporting and service activities conducted on-site and off-campus.

Renaissance College encourages young people to be curious and caring global citizens. Our aim is to prepare well-educated young people to lead future generations, to seek and create an environment of intercultural understanding and respect for others.

https://www.rchk.edu.hk