Japanese Mother Tongue Teacher
About This Role
Roles & Responsibilities
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Create and execute a comprehensive Japanese mother tongue program at Invictus Dempsey Hill (IDH) that adheres to high academic standards.
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Design, prepare, deliver, and document lessons that align with the Japanese curriculum for students in years 1 to 6, focusing on their development as native speakers while ensuring they meet grade-level expectations in the Japanese education framework.
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Assess student progress based on the Japanese curriculum standards and provide prompt, constructive feedback to both students and parents through written and verbal communication to facilitate their learning.
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Collect necessary resources, texts, and assessment tools to successfully implement the Japanese mother tongue program.
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Act as a prominent Japanese-speaking faculty member, engaging with parents and the wider community as needed.
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Stay updated with current subject knowledge and developments.
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Collaborate across various subjects and curricular connections to enhance the Japanese mother tongue program.
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Promote high standards throughout the school, particularly in relation to student progress.
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Cultivate a positive, purposeful, and professional school culture.
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Comply with the professional responsibilities outlined in the Invictus Staff Handbook and all relevant policies and procedures.
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Engage actively in Professional Learning and Development (PLD) initiatives, appraisal processes, and performance management systems.
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Share additional responsibilities equitably and appropriately.
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Maintain a teaching load that is suitable for the role, as directed by the line manager and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
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Support and participate in school events as required.
Learning, Teaching, and Assessment
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Serve as an exemplary role model, exhibiting high expectations in subject instruction, curriculum planning, professionalism, and administrative tasks.
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Stay informed about curriculum developments through reading, participating in PLD opportunities, and actively pursuing further professional growth.
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Oversee curriculum development and related resources in a manner that engages and challenges students according to their individual needs and abilities.
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Take responsibility for curriculum delivery and associated resources in line with school and departmental policies.
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Continuously evaluate learning related to MTPs and associated educational objectives.
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Prepare students for and administer relevant summative assessments.
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Ensure consistency with internal and external marking schedules and moderation processes.
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Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and fair records of formative and summative assessment results.
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Draft reports on student performance for both internal and external purposes as required.
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Encourage student independence, leadership, and voice within the curriculum and the overall school environment.
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Ensure all internal examinations are conducted and evaluated in accordance with external examination standards.
Welfare and Discipline
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Document and maintain relevant records for individual student files and write reports as necessary.
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Consult and communicate with parents as needed.
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Participate in and document meetings for the aforementioned purposes.
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Support high standards of student behavior and uniformity in all school activities and external environments.
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Adhere to school policies regarding student health and safety both on and off campus while students are under the school’s care.
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Take a personal interest in students during curriculum and extracurricular activities to ensure they feel valued and cared for.
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Carry out supervision duties as necessary to maintain safety.
Communication
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Ensure alignment of the subject with the school’s mission, vision, and values.
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Foster a teaching ethos within the subject that aligns with the expectations of Invictus International School and the teaching standards document.
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Provide support for staff cover during absences, as per the cover roster.
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Collaborate with colleagues and contribute effectively in all meetings.
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Facilitate effective communication with parents and guardians, offering guidance on how to support their child at home.
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Engage with examination boards, awarding bodies, and other relevant external organizations as needed.
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Disseminate subject-specific information throughout the school when appropriate, such as scheduled events.
Collegiality
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Attend meetings aimed at sharing information essential for the smooth operation of the school and successful program delivery.
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Supervise students during non-class time as determined by the duty roster.
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Always conduct oneself in a manner that sets a positive example for students and maintains the respect of colleagues and the reputation of Invictus International School.
Other Responsibilities
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Undertake additional reasonable tasks as assigned by the Principal or members of the Senior Leadership Team that are deemed necessary for the effective functioning of the school.