Teacher Assistant (Special Needs)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Teacher Assistant (Special Needs / Elementary or Primary)

Department: Education Team

Reporting to: Education Management Team (EMT)

Objectives:

To support students’ development in academic, behavior and social areas during classes, breaks, transitions or special events, as well as supporting inclusion in the mainstream classes. Assist the teacher in achieving teaching and learning objectives while maintaining standard of order in the class.

Teacher Assistant Responsibilities

• Help prepare and adapt materials and resources for lessons
• Help develop and implement IEPs; follow individual educational, care, and behavior plans
• Support students in classroom and non-classroom activities
• Assist individual students in comprehending concepts from lessons
• Demonstrate understanding of the students’ individual needs
• Motivate and encourage students’ progress and independence
• Encourage and facilitate students’ positive communication and social skills
• Manage students’ behavior
• Monitor students during activities and downtime and intervene in case of adverse activities
• Look after students’ physical needs including toileting and mobility
• Support the teacher in keeping records, classroom set-up, and general class management
• Keep up-to-date on all records, documentation, and reports using MINDSPACE-approved platforms
• Work collaboratively with other staff
• Liaise with the teacher and the Education Management Team (EMT) to ensure students’ maximum progress
• Attend all necessary meetings, training, functions, reviews, etc.
• Keep the classroom and facilities tidy
• Teach elective courses
• Keep assigned supervision duties
• Maintain student safety standards and practices
• Follow all standards and procedures used by MINDSPACE

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Petaling Jaya: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Petaling Jaya (Required)

Expected Start Date: 13/10/2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM2,400.00 - RM3,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Meal provided
• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Work Location: In person