English Teacher Needed at Wellspring International Bilingual School
Other Information
| Location | TP HCM |
| Date Posted | 2021-07-20 |
| Category |
Academic English
Communication / General English Kindergarten |
| Job Type |
Full-time
|
| Are you willing to accept and support qualified teachers currently outside of Vietnam? | Yes |
| Nationality of candidate: | American, Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand, South African, Filipino, Other |
| Experience | > 2 years |
| Candidate Requirements | Bachelor's Degree, TEFL certification |
| Where is the employer located: | TP HCM |
| Salary: | 2000 - 3000$/ month |
Description
1. Teaching
- Plan and prepare lessons in accordance with the relevant pacing guide, that correspond to school standards.
- Deliver engaging lessons that support students below grade level while also pushing students at and above grade level
- Adapts and reassesses lesson plans to meet specific student needs, comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules, and to update relevant information and include new developments in education
- Cover lessons as needed when another Teacher is absent
- Communicates with parents as per school guidelines on a regular basis, including presenting student progress reports and informing parents of requisite student discipline
- Ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all students
- Attend professional development workshops as directed by supervisor
- Assist in the development of the school’s syllabus and learning materials as required
- Observe, evaluate and give feedback on a colleague within the same grade, below your grade level, and above your grade level as directed by your supervisor
- Attend grade/subject meetings as scheduled by your direct supervisor
- Coordinate lesson delivery and share best practices with colleagues teaching the same grade and subject
- Set relevant homework for each subject in accordance with the International Program (IP)'s policy
- Attend meetings as directed by the supervisor with all teachers and TAs (VP and IP) of each class you teach to discuss student concerns, progress, etc.
2. Administrative Duties
- Mark student work and update class gradebooks, adhering to the time frame laid out by your direct supervisor and/or faculty handbook
- Participate in the annual performance review process as conducted by your direct supervisor
- Contribute to school databases such as (parent communication log, pacing guides, curriculum tracking, etc.)
- Complete all paperwork required for leave requests, work permits, disciplinary measures, etc. according to timelines laid out by school policy
3. Communication
- Submit weekly student planners that outline the focus of each lesson taught in the coming week (including topics, projects, vocabulary, homework, etc.).
- Prepare for and participate in parent-teacher meetings once a semester
- Write comments on each student’s behavior and learning (strengths, achievements, weaknesses, areas for growth) up to twice a semester
- Respond to parents’ emails within one working day with both an English and Vietnamese translation
- Schedule and attend parent meetings as requested by parents or when a determined need arises
- Communicate issues that arise for individual students or classes with your direct supervisor
4. Contributions to the Wellspring Community
- Contribute to the planning and execution of events held by IP (Science Fair, Reading Week, etc.)
- Adhere to all regulations, policies and other assignments as dictated by the Board of Directors
- Participate in up to 4 Saturday events per year as required by the School’s need
5. Other
- Perform other tasks and responsibilities as might be reasonably assigned by your direct supervisor or the Deputy Head of IP
JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Educational Qualification & Working Experience
- Required: BA, BSc, BEd
- Required: A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience (full-time), preferably in an international school
- Required: Teaching Certification, PGCE, or QTS
- Desirable: CELTA, TESOL, or TEFL
- Desirable: native English speaker
2. Relevant Technical Skills
- The ability to adapt to changing work priorities and maintain flexible working hours
- The ability to establish and maintain constructive working relationships
- The ability to work with a diverse group of individuals with an understanding of different personal and cultural backgrounds
- The ability to incorporate current technology into the classroom environment effectively
- The ability to facilitate group discussion, analyze situations, and draw conclusions
- A thorough understanding of subject material related to grades and subjects taught
- The ability to create and maintain accurate records
- A sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of ELLs
- The ability to identify and adapt teaching to varying ranges of student ability and background
3. Characteristics
- Outstanding personal and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate patience and positive demeanor with primary level students
- Able to work productively as part of a team
- Punctual and capable of consistently meeting deadlines
- Demonstrate willingness to and enthusiasm for professional growth
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