Mfl Language Assistant (Spanish)

The MFL department requires a language assistant to support learners in Spanish. The language assistant works with BIS teachers, supports students with language development in 1-1 and small-group situations and assists students with preparation for IGCSE and IBDP examinations. The language assistant role would be perfect for a recent graduate with aspirations to become a teacher in the future.
The Spanish Department functions within a very vibrant and creative MFL Department at BIS, where French and Mandarin are also offered to students. Collaboration and cooperation amongst students and staff are key to its success. The teaching of Spanish takes place in purpose-built classrooms which were recently renovated to include the very latest technology and student furniture. Lessons are lively and communicative. Teachers are able to use a significant amount of the target language and students are very responsive and open to using foreign languages. Although the Spanish department operates as a small team, it does so in line with other Modern Foreign Languages in the school, under the direction of the Head of MFL. Students tend to opt for a language in Primary and carry on with the language into Secondary, with options to take IGCSE and IBDP examinations.
I/ Key responsibilities
1. Classroom & Learning Support
- Support teachers in classroom learning and student development.
- Assist individual and small groups of students academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Help students participate fully in lessons and provide learning support where needed.
- Assist teachers with student feedback and classroom activities.
2. Small Group & Language Support
- Lead small group conversation sessions for IGCSE and IBDP students.
- Support students in developing speaking and language skills.
- Prepare students for oral examinations using varied learning resources.
- Provide additional language support sessions when required.
3. Resource & Administrative Support
- Prepare teaching and oral practice materials.
- Support the department with administrative tasks and resource organisation.
- Source and collate authentic language-learning materials from media and online resources.
4. Wider School Contribution
- Support or lead at least one extracurricular activity (CCA) each week.
- Assist with school events and departmental activities.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to the wider school community at British International School Ho Chi Minh City.
Working hour: from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm