Primary and Secondary English Teacher

ENGAGEMENT AND INTERACTION – SCHOOL AMBASSADOR TO INTERNAL COMMUNITY

▪ Contributing to the cultivation of international-mindedness and the development of all NAS Jiaxing learner attributes in the curriculum;

▪ Creating an engaging learning atmosphere grounded in understanding and respect;

▪ Practicing open communication that fosters understanding and respect;

▪ Welcoming each student upon arrival every morning or during lessons, ensuring their safety and assessing their wellbeing at the door;

▪ Supervising and assisting with student management during lunch and canteen time, ensuring each child sits and eats appropriately;

▪ Promptly taking students to the school nurse in case of any injury or medical concerns;

▪ Maintaining a healthy and productive working environment between adults and students;

▪ Establishing courteous and respectful relationships with all parents and families dropping off students;

▪ Developing and sustaining clear communication channels with colleagues, parents, and the broader school community;

▪ Sharing curriculum information with parents;

▪ Keeping records updated using the ISAMS electronic system;

▪ Publishing written records and portfolio documents showcasing evidence of student work and their developmental progress;

▪ Utilizing professional email etiquette when corresponding with colleagues, parents, and administrators;

▪ Engaging with parents through face-to-face meetings and during Parent Teacher Meetings.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

▪ Delivering the curriculum in alignment with IMYC and IBDP standards;

▪ Tailoring classroom instruction to accommodate individual student learning needs and styles;

▪ Explicitly teaching ongoing and interdisciplinary skills;

▪ Implementing a constructivist, inquiry-based teaching approach that encourages critical thinking and inquiry;

▪ Providing learning experiences that build on students’ existing knowledge and capabilities;

▪ Integrating technology to enhance learning and incorporate ICT skills where feasible;

▪ Employing a variety of teaching and learning strategies to foster independent thinking, inquiry, and the acquisition of subject-specific knowledge and skills;

▪ Encouraging student reflection on their learning experiences;

▪ Utilizing diverse grouping and regrouping methods for different learning purposes;

▪ Empowering students to take initiative based on what they learn;

▪ Managing classroom resources, including furniture and equipment;

▪ Regularly updating notice boards to display teaching and learning achievements both inside and outside the classroom;

▪ Ensuring compliance with curriculum visualization standards in the classroom;

▪ Creating an inspiring and motivated classroom environment;

▪ Conducting engaging and informative open class lessons for parents and visitors;

▪ Facilitating weekly extracurricular activities (ECA) and boarding lessons where applicable;

▪ Ensuring safe classroom management, particularly regarding the handling of heavy items;

▪ Organizing classroom outings related to instructional content, ensuring safety protocols are followed and all communication with management is in writing before departure;

▪ When suitable, teaching English literacy, including reading, writing, and phonics, according to curriculum standards in all learning areas;

▪ When appropriate, overseeing and guiding the Teaching Assistant;

▪ Teaching assigned subject areas while adhering to curriculum standards and procedures across all learning areas;

▪ Evaluating and documenting student progress using a variety of assessment tools and strategies;

▪ Completing student reports;

▪ Managing and maintaining student portfolios;

▪ Conducting pre-assessments to gauge students’ prior knowledge and understanding before introducing new concepts.

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