Middle School Spanish/French Instructional Assistant

About the role

The Instructional Assistant works within Middle School Spanish and French classrooms at Singapore American School, supporting student learning, safety, and emotional well‑being. Reporting to the classroom teacher, the assistant helps deliver curriculum, manage classroom activities, and foster a positive, language‑rich environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering Spanish and French curriculum and planned activities.
• Guide and interact with students during lessons, especially when the teacher is briefly absent.
• Monitor student progress using designated tools or software.
• Help create and organise teaching materials to enhance learning.
• Support conversation practice in Spanish‑only or French‑only settings.
• Teach small groups or individuals under teacher direction to reinforce concepts.
• Maintain a well‑organized, stocked learning environment.
• Enforce safety protocols during emergencies such as fire drills, lockdowns, or evacuations.

Required profile

• Minimum Advanced Low Level proficiency in Spanish; French proficiency is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Teaching qualification or relevant experience in an educational setting is highly preferred.
• Experience with language acquisition or language teaching training is advantageous.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Google tools.
• Working proficiency in computer usage.