Shadow Teacher

1. Academic & classroom support
Assist the student in understanding and following instructions from lead/specialist teachers, ensuring they stay focused and actively engaged in learning tasks.
Reinforce classroom rules and expectations established by teachers without completing academic work for the student.
Provide timely prompts and reminders while encouraging task completion, gradually fading direct assistance to foster long-term independence.
2. Support during breaks, lunch & non-academic times
Provide active supervision during break times, lunchtime, transitions, and free periods, remaining fully aware of the student's location and behavior.
Guide safe physical interactions, support positive social interactions, and help the student build healthy friendships without unnecessarily restricting play.
Help the student recognize appropriate social boundaries, articulate their needs effectively, and seek adult assistance when facing difficulties.
3. Behavior, self-regulation & safety management
Calmly redirect disruptive or inappropriate behaviors, helping the student identify triggers and apply appropriate self-regulation strategies.
Support the student in resolving peer conflicts non-physically, helping them understand the consequences and impact of their choices.
Maintain campus safety by consistently applying agreed-upon behavior strategies and intervening appropriately whenever there is a risk of unsafe conduct.
4. Progress reporting & communication
Maintain regular communication with parents and school staff regarding the student's daily engagement and development.
Keep brief records tracking positive behaviors, significant incidents, levels of support required, effective strategies, and progress toward independence goals.
Immediately report any serious behavioral, safety, or Child Protection concerns directly to designated school authorities in line with school policies.