Elementary Language Assistant

About the role

Stamford American School Hong Kong, a private school offering international education for children aged 5 to 18 and an accredited CIS school and IB World School, is looking for an experienced Elementary Language Assistant. The role supports students learning English as an additional language, working closely with teachers, students and parents to create an inclusive learning environment that promotes language acquisition and academic achievement.

Key responsibilities

• Assist EAL students in accessing the curriculum.
• Work with the EAL team and homeroom teacher to give one-on-one or small-group support tailored to each EAL student's needs.
• Help develop and implement personalized learning plans.

Required profile

• At least 2 years of experience working with EAL children or in a relevant educational field.
• Experience working with EAL students in an educational setting is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the challenges faced by EAL learners.
• EAL certification such as CELTA, TEFL or equivalent is desirable.

Required skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience.
• School holiday.
• Competitive group medical coverage.
• Professional development.

To apply, candidates must create a profile on the Cognita career portal and submit a letter of application by the closing date of 15 November 2026 (Hong Kong time); early applications are encouraged.