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Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
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Category
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Education/ Training/ Academia
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Career Level
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Junior
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Employment Type
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Full Time
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Min Work Experience
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1 - 2 Years
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Min Educational Level
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Bachelors Degree
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Monthly Salary
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Unspecified
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Benefits
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As per UAE labour law
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Description
About the Role
GEMS Dubai American Academy is currently looking for an outstanding Learning Support Assistant to join our team at the end of November 2020.
The Learning Support Assistant makes an important contribution to the success of students with special educational needs at GEMS Dubai American Academy. They are expected to be involved throughout the day, which will enable the classroom or subject teacher, who is the lead practitioner, to implement the curriculum and respond to students’ needs more effectively. Learning Support Assistants are expected to assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student and to maintain complete confidentiality on all school matters. The work of the LSA may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
You will have various responsibilities including planning your role in the lessons, supervising and facilitating individual support for the students and providing informal feedback on student progress and achievement.
You will record and share with the Teacher and school Leaders issues of concern and positive feedback about the students.
You will work closely under the guidance of the Teacher to communicate with the students and their parents but also to maintain a file of IEPs, records and other relevant documents.
About You
You will hold an educational degree and have a minimum of two years experience in a teaching and learning environment.
You will have experience working with students with special learning needs, preferably in higher grade levels.
You will be knowledgeable about behavior management strategies and will be skilled in promoting good behavior and discipline.
You will be able to effectively communicate and influence students, parents, teachers and school Leaders.
You will be well-organized and willing to develop your skills to acquire further knowledge and to continuously improve in a professional teaching and learning environment.
About your Benefits
This position offers an attractive package including 60 days of annual leave, medical insurance coverage and end of service benefits.
GEMS Dubai American Academy is currently looking for an outstanding Learning Support Assistant to join our team at the end of November 2020.
The Learning Support Assistant makes an important contribution to the success of students with special educational needs at GEMS Dubai American Academy. They are expected to be involved throughout the day, which will enable the classroom or subject teacher, who is the lead practitioner, to implement the curriculum and respond to students’ needs more effectively. Learning Support Assistants are expected to assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student and to maintain complete confidentiality on all school matters. The work of the LSA may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
You will have various responsibilities including planning your role in the lessons, supervising and facilitating individual support for the students and providing informal feedback on student progress and achievement.
You will record and share with the Teacher and school Leaders issues of concern and positive feedback about the students.
You will work closely under the guidance of the Teacher to communicate with the students and their parents but also to maintain a file of IEPs, records and other relevant documents.
About You
You will hold an educational degree and have a minimum of two years experience in a teaching and learning environment.
You will have experience working with students with special learning needs, preferably in higher grade levels.
You will be knowledgeable about behavior management strategies and will be skilled in promoting good behavior and discipline.
You will be able to effectively communicate and influence students, parents, teachers and school Leaders.
You will be well-organized and willing to develop your skills to acquire further knowledge and to continuously improve in a professional teaching and learning environment.
About your Benefits
This position offers an attractive package including 60 days of annual leave, medical insurance coverage and end of service benefits.
