Learning Assistant/ Shadow Teacher
ReNyou - Reflections 'N' You Counselling & Mental Wellbeing Services
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide one-on-one support to the assigned child during school hours academically, socially, and emotionally.
2. Assist the child in classroom learning, helping them stay attentive, complete tasks, and follow instructions.
3. Implement strategies to improve focus, behavior, and participation.
4. Encourage independence by gradually reducing assistance as the child gains confidence and skills.
5. Foster positive social interactions with peers to enhance communication and inclusion.
6. Observe and document the child's daily progress, challenges, and emotional responses.
7. Collaborate with teachers and parents to discuss the child's progress and adapt strategies as needed.
8. Support behavior regulation using positive reinforcement and calm, structured guidance.
9. Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment where the child feels understood and supported.
10. Attend training sessions or meetings to align with the school's and ReNyou's therapeutic approach.
Must hold Bachelor's or Masters in Psychology/ Social Work (Medical & Psychiatry)/ Special Education qualification. 0-1 year experience will be given preference, however, not mandatory as training will be provided.
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ReNyou- reflections 'N' you Counselling & Mental Wellbeing Services offers counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and children. Our dedicated clinicians are committed to fostering positive outcomes supporting the unique needs of each client, and promoting holistic well-being through evidence-based practices. Whether you are seeking guidance and support for yourself, your family, or your child, we provide a safe and nurturing environment for healing and growth.
We are a group of Trauma-informed, child-inclusive, and neurodiversity-affirming clinicians who also have extensive background and training in working with children and adolescents with any form of neurodiversity such as ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Hyperlexia, ADD, GDD, etc. We provide Shadow teacher services and after-school remediation support for neurologically diverse children. We also provide training and facilitate support groups for parents/careers of neurodiverse children, adolescents, and adults.