Temporary Chinese Educational Assistant, Part-time (Aug - Oct 2024)

Temporary Chinese Educational Assistant, Part-time (Aug - Oct 2024) - Discovery College

JOB DESCRIPTION

Discovery College is looking for a Chinese Educational Assistant in the Secondary Department in August -  October 2024 as a temporary part-time cover.

Job Summary

The main role of the Educational Assistant (EA) is to support teachers in the delivery of the curriculum. They work with students and collaborate with colleagues to meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes. EAs support teaching and learning for a range of student abilities and classes. They engage in critical reflection in order to improve their knowledge and skills to better engage students and improve their learning.

Main Accountabilities

• Use your own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student  
• Assist in the educational and social development of students
• Assist in the implementation and planning of Individual Education Programmes for students and the monitoring of students’ academic progress
• Support students in class settings including all academic subjects and all aspects of PE including swimming and field sports
• Assist students to access the curriculum safely, under the guidance of teaching staff
• Assist teaching staff in preparing teaching resources
• Assist in the maintaining of student records
• Support students with emotional/behavioural problems and help develop their social skills/behaviours, including the implementation of behaviour modification programmes when required             

Requirements

Minimum typical education

• At least 2 years GCSE (pass A-C) or equivalent in Math and English
• At least level 2 of the English national qualifications framework

Minimum typical experience

• Relevant experiences in schools are preferred but not essential

Abilities

• Fluent in Chinese and English
• Ability to work effectively with individual students, small groups and whole classes under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher
• Contribute to a range of teaching and learning activities

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

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

www.discovery.edu.hk