The Infant Jesus Homes and Children’s Centres (IJHCC) is a registered charity organisation with IPC (Institution of a Public Character) status. We are endorsed by the Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore, a member organisation of Caritas Singapore (CSCC) and National Council of Social Services (NCSS).
The IJHCC serves children and youth from diverse racial groups and religions. A caring environment and support, conducive to balanced growth and personal formation is paramount in helping the children and youth grow in motivation, maturity and confidence, to become positive, independent and responsible adults in the future.
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Description for Student Mentor at IJHCC* Student Care CentresIJHCC* Student Care Centres serve children and youth from diverse racial groups and religions. We provide after school care services that nurture and develop children in a holistic manner. If you have a passion and would like to support and touch the lives of young persons, in particular primary school children, do consider our Student Mentor role.
*The Infant Jesus Homes and Children’s Centres (IJHCC) is a registered charity organisation with IPC (Institution of a Public Character) status.
About The Role
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of primary school children in an after-school setting
• Create an environment where it is their home, away from home for the afternoon while their parents are at work. Inculcate IJ values of Truth, Justice, Freedom and Love
• Provide homework and life-skill supervision
• Plan and conduct social and recreational activities to nurture and develop students holistically -social, moral, emotional and intellectual aspects
• Handle administrative classroom management tasks
· Put together progress reports for the children
· Attend to parents enquiries and Engage parents where necessary
• Assist in implementing the program in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines, framework and philosophy of IJHCC
Technical Competency
• Ability to coach, engage and communicate with primary school children, in an age-appropriate nurturing manner
• Primary School literacy skills in English, Mathematics and ideally, Chinese
• Class Management using positive discipline techniques at all times
Core Competencies
• Nurturing and dedicated to the development and well-being of children
• Good communicator and able to build rapport
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Works well under pressure
• A team-player, who can align personal and corporate goals
• Mature, with objective to bring out the best in self and others
-Planning and Coordination Skills
Qualifications
• GCE ‘A’ Level and above preferably, or Minimally GCE 'O' Level with equivalent years of experience
• 1-2 years relevant experience preferred but we welcome mid-career switches as well
Employment Type
• Full-time/Part-Time/Interns
Working Hours
• Normal school term : 10am to 7pm
• School holidays : 7.30am to 4.30pm/ 10am to 7pm( Staggered Hours Roster)
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