English Reading Specialist Teacher - Ampang Jaya

• Diploma-level qualifications must be in a relevant field such as Teaching/Education/Early Childhood Studies/English Language/English Literature or Linguistics
• English speaker with a universally recognizable accent and a strong command of the English Language
• Preferably at least two years of related teaching experience, or similar
• An enthusiasm for teaching young children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work well with co-teachers, and Learning Centre Management
• The ability to operate with a high level of integrity and professionalism
• Creating a conducive learning environment for students, safeguarding their well-being at all times

Job locations:

• Eco Botanic Johor
• Puchong
• Desa Parkcity

Teach I Can Read Literacy courses:

• Working with children between 2.5 to 12 years
• Teaching pre-reading skills to children using the I Can Read system
• Teaching reading and comprehension skills using the I Can Read system
• Conducting ad hoc replacement lessons
• Teaching I Can Read affiliated programmes
• Teaching writing skills, including grammar, editing, and publishing
• Teaching oral presentation and communication skills
• Helping children develop social skills and positive classroom behaviour
• Using I Can Read’s positive reinforcement for classroom management
• Assessing students’ work actively and promptly

Conduct Assessments:

• Conducting initial assessments for all prospective students
• Regularly assessing students during classes to monitor individual progress
• Working alongside the assessment team to ensure the smooth running of open house events
• Participating in Centre events and activities by communicating with parents, completing assessment forms, updating the Centre Team for new enrolments.
• Discussing with parents the assessment outcomes, advising the most suitable course for their child and explaining I Can Read’s methodology

Communication:

• Maintaining regular open communication with parents, through informal, formal and scheduled parent-teacher meetings.
• Keeping attendance logs for all classes taught and updating the Centre Manager when a student is ready for promotion
• Attending regular Learning Centre Team meetings; may also include the taking of meeting minutes
• Updating progress sheets, complete term reports as required

Contribute to Student Growth and Retention:

• Increasing sign-ups through competently conducted assessments
• Maximising and maintaining high student retention rates through effective delivery of the I Can Read pedagogy and regular updates to the parents

Any other duties:

• Conducting ad hoc parent-teacher meetings and briefings
• Attending additional training if and when required
• Assisting with ad hoc duties
• Decorating the notice / information board monthly
• Updating the Learning Centre Team on any damages within the Centre
• Helping the Centre team to keep classrooms tidy and stocked with the required materials and stationery
• A yearly bonus
• Paid annual leave in addition to paid public holidays
• A paid training/induction programme with I Can Read's Professional Development Team and ongoing training and support
• Paid medical leave
• A healthy work-life balance
• Small class sizes, a maximum of 8 permanent students
• Career development and progression opportunities