Teaching Assistant / Academic Assistant — Maths Olympiad & Enrichment Programmes

We are a specialised mathematics enrichment centre in Singapore, providing mathematical olympiad and advanced problem-solving programmes for primary and secondary school students. Our trainers have strong mathematical backgrounds and extensive experience in preparing students for national and international competitions.

We are looking for a patient, careful and mathematically strong Teaching Assistant / Academic Assistant to support our teachers in lesson preparation, student guidance, marking and academic administration. This role is suitable for candidates who enjoy working with students and have a strong interest in mathematics education.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparing worksheets, lesson materials, quizzes, homework and revision resources
• Support students during lessons, practice sessions and make-up classes
• Guide students on mathematical problem-solving approaches without simply giving answers
• Mark homework, quizzes and practice papers accurately according to marking schemes
• Record students’ homework completion, quiz results and learning progress
• Help identify common mistakes and learning gaps among students
• Prepare short progress updates for teachers and management
• Assist with classroom management and ensure students remain focused during lessons
• Organise teaching materials, answer keys, student files and academic records
• Help with trial classes, placement tests and student assessment preparation
• Support teachers during competitions, holiday programmes or intensive training sessions when required
• Provide basic academic feedback to students under the guidance of senior teachers

Requirements

• Strong foundation in mathematics
• Diploma, A-Level, undergraduate degree or degree holder in Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Computing, Education or a related field
• Good results in mathematics are preferred
• Experience in mathematical olympiad, competitions, enrichment classes or tutoring is an advantage
• Able to explain mathematical ideas clearly and patiently
• Careful and accurate when marking students’ work
• Responsible, punctual and comfortable working with primary and secondary school students
• Able to work on weekends and/or weekday evenings according to class schedules
• Prior teaching assistant, tutoring or student care experience is preferred but not compulsory