Job Description
Job Description
Teaching & Instruction
- Teach phonics sounds, blending, segmenting, and decoding skills.
- Provide instruction on proper pronunciation, articulation, and accent improvement.
- Conduct reading fluency exercises, oral drills, and speech practice.
- Use engaging teaching methods, including songs, games, stories, and visual aids.
Lesson Planning
- Prepare structured phonics and diction lesson plans.
- Develop age-appropriate activities and learning materials.
- Tailor instruction based on student age, ability, and learning needs.
- Introduce new vocabulary and reinforce correct pronunciation.
Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Assess students’ phonemic awareness, reading levels, and speech clarity.
- Identify speech or reading challenges and provide targeted support.
- Track and document student progress.
- Give constructive feedback and plan remedial lessons when needed.
Classroom/Session Management
- Create a friendly, supportive, and confidence-building learning environment.
- Maintain discipline using positive reinforcement.
- Manage small groups or one-on-one sessions effectively.
Student Support & Development
- Help learners improve reading fluency and communication confidence.
- Support students preparing for presentations, speeches, or oral examinations.
- Encourage correct usage of English sounds in daily speech.
Parent & Stakeholder Communication
- Report student progress to parents or school administrators.
- Provide guidance to parents on how to reinforce phonics and diction at home.
- Participate in school meetings, trainings, and literacy events when required.
Professional Responsibilities
- Stay updated on modern phonics and speech training techniques.
- Use appropriate teaching tools (flashcards, audio materials, phonics apps, etc.).
- Uphold professionalism and adhere to school policies.
Qualifications
- Certificate or training in Phonics, Diction, Speech Training, or Education.
- Experience teaching phonics or diction (preferred).
- Strong command of spoken English and correct pronunciation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Key Competencies
- Phonemic awareness expertise
- Clear pronunciation and articulation
- Patience and creativity
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to engage young learners
- Good classroom/session management