Assistant Pre-School Teacher / Assistant Early Childhood Education Teacher - Ampang Jaya

Job Description*

Responsible for supporting the lead teacher in working with young children, typically ranging from infants to around eight years old, in a structured educational setting. The primary goal is to assist in facilitating the children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development during their formative years.

1. *Support in Curriculum Development:*

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and educational activities.
• Help prepare materials and resources for lesson plans that focus on developmental areas such as language development, motor skills, social skills, and creativity.

1. *Classroom Support and Management:*

• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Assist in managing children’s behavior and encouraging positive social interactions.
• Support the development of a sense of community within the classroom.

1. *Individualized Assistance:*

• Provide support to children with diverse needs and abilities as directed by the lead teacher.
• Offer additional help to children to overcome challenges and achieve developmental milestones.

1. *Parent Communication Support:*

• Assist in keeping parents informed about their child’s progress, development, and any concerns as instructed by the lead teacher.
• Help prepare for parent-teacher conferences and provide support during discussions about classroom activities.

1. *Collaboration with Colleagues:*

• Work closely with the lead teacher, other assistant teachers, and support staff to maintain a cohesive educational environment.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to professional development activities as required.

1. *Assessment and Documentation Assistance:*

• Support the lead teacher in using assessment tools to evaluate children’s progress and development.
• Help maintain accurate records of each child’s achievements, challenges, and milestones.

1. *Promoting Social and Emotional Development:*

• Assist in creating opportunities for social interactions and supporting conflict resolution among children.
• Help foster emotional well-being and encourage a positive self-image under the lead teacher’s guidance.

1. *Incorporating Play and Creativity:*

• Support the integration of play-based learning into the curriculum to enhance creativity and imagination.
• Assist in facilitating games, art, music, and other interactive activities to make learning enjoyable.

1. *Health and Safety Support:*

• Help ensure the health and safety of the children in the classroom.
• Assist in implementing hygiene practices and respond to minor medical needs under supervision.

1. *Professional Development:*

• Stay updated on trends and best practices in early childhood education with guidance from the lead teacher.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance assisting skills.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the lead teacher or management from time to time.
• Must possess at least a Diploma or Professional Certificate in Early Childhood Education
• At least 1 year of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Required language(s): Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Ability to speak Mandarin is an advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and communication skills.
• Strong moral values and discipline.