Kindergarten Chinese Literacy Assistant
International College Hong Kong (Hong Lok Yuen)New territoriesUpdate time: September 10,2020
Job Description
Job Summary
- expose students to spoken, written and visual texts in Mandarin
- empower students to appreciate and engage with Mandarin and Mandarin literature
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Native level (or near) Mandarin
- Ability to read and write traditional Chinese characters
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Efficient level of ICT literacy
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desired
- Qualifications in an educational field
- Experience using MacOS and GSuite for Education
Major Responsibilities
Committing to Wellbeing and Positive Education
- Identify, explore and develop own character strengths and the character strengths of students and co-workers
- Provide opportunities for students and co-workers to understand and frequently experience positive emotions
- Provide opportunities for students to be fully engaged and immersed in learning
- Develop, maintain and strengthen positive relationships with students, co-workers and parents
- Empower students to accomplish meaningful learning goals and to become independent, curious, life-long learners
- Provide opportunities for students to develop and monitor healthy behaviours, including mindfulness
- Reflect the school’s mission, vision and values in own choices and actions
- Empower all of our students and co-workers to flourish
Planning and Preparing
- Support Kindergarten teachers in setting up developmentally appropriate learning opportunities which support play, exploration and discovery, based on interests, passions and abilities of students
Supporting Student Learning
- Provide opportunities for students to be play in Mandarin and to be exposed to Mandarin texts
- Lead small learning groups based on teacher plans and direction
- Provide meaningful and constructive feedback to students
- Discuss student learning with teachers
- Assist students according to situation and need
- Engage with students during eating and play times
- Accompany students on study trips
Managing Learning Environments
- Set up and maintain the classroom so it is a safe environment which supports learning
- Use the classroom as the “Third Teacher”
- Provide regular opportunities for students to learn outdoors
Committing to and Supporting the Rights of Children
- Treat all students with respect, dignity, honesty & patience
- Show consideration for the opinions & values of students
- Be mindful & understanding of cultural differences
- Respect the needs & rights of students
Contributing to a Learning Community
- Consistently reflect on own practices
- Communicate professionally with parents, staff and students
- Frequently communicate with team members
- Seek out own professional learning opportunities
- Participate in school events when asked
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