Academic Coach/ Schulbegleitung AY24/25

October 17, 2024

Industry: Private

Employment Type:- Full Time

Work Hours:- 8 Hours

Locations:- USA

Full Job Description:-

Currently, more than 1800 students are learning at GESS supported by more than 400 full time and part time academic and administrative staff members. In August 2018 GESS moved to Dairy Farm Road to a modern new school campus located at the edge of Singapore’s largest nature reserve.

Academic Coaching is an essential part of our comprehensive learning support concept at the German Section. Academic coaches support the student in many ways, including filling in the gaps that exist in the learning process, helping the student build self-confidence, promoting interaction and ensuring the student stays focused in the classroom. The academic coach helps the student being prepared and organized for class, enabling the student with the approaches for optimum learning.

You will support one (1) student with learning challenges like an autism spectrum disorder, with learning needs or with an impairment of motor skills. This could also include support of students with learning needs in the area of German language. The support takes place within the class (integrative) or outside the class (additive). In general, the following tasks are involved.

Other Jobs You May Be Interested In

Responsibilities:

Support in general learning structures (understanding, mastering and controlling tasks, etc.)
Support in working behavior (also attention/concentration, motivation) and social behavior; also support and strengthening of emotional well-being
Support in various subjects (especially German, English, Mathematics, Science) under the guidance of a teacher
If necessary, support in mobility, perception and language/communication
If necessary, accompaniment and support of the learner during class excursions, project weeks, bonding days and other school events
Assumption of organizational tasks and provision of materials
Participating in meetings with teachers, learning support teachers, parents if required

Requirements:

Fluent spoken and written German, as you will need to support German speaking students that are attending our German speaking classes
Excellent communication skills
IT competencies
Relevant University degree and/or experience in an educational setting
Knowledge of and/or experience working with students with barriers to learning
Open mind, flexibility and team play
Eagerness to learn and innovate, seeking and implementing best practices

We offer an exciting working environment in an international and cooperative team. Please indicate your reasons for applying for the position.

As in any professional international school, GESS has a Child Protection Policy. Our recruitment process reflects this policy in that we ask for a police clearance check and further background checks for shortlisted candidates.

Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the application deadline.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships across the GESS community.

To Apply

Your application should include a letter of application and your complete resume. Please indicate your reasons for applying for the position.

Our Selection Process

At GESS we adhere to fair employment practices that consist of hiring practices that are fair, merit-based and non-discriminatory.

We are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and child protection as we promote the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including satisfactory reference and background checks and the offer of employment will be subject to the completion of these.

Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Safeguarding Commitment

GESS is committed to our responsibilities for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people. We actively recruit candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and, therefore, apply robust and comprehensive recruitment and selection procedures.