Japanese Mother Tongue Teacher
About This Role
Roles & Responsibilities
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Develop and implement a high-quality Japanese mother tongue program at Invictus Dempsey Hill (IDH) that meets rigorous academic standards.
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Design, prepare, deliver, and document lessons in accordance with the Japanese curriculum for students from year 1 to 6, aiming to support their growth as native speakers and maintain their alignment with grade-level expectations in the Japanese education system.
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Evaluate student progress based on Japanese curriculum standards and provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents, both in written and verbal formats to enhance their learning.
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Gather necessary resources, texts, and assessment tools to effectively deliver the Japanese mother tongue program.
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Serve as a key Japanese-speaking faculty member, engaging with parents and the broader community as required.
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Keep current with subject knowledge and developments.
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Collaborate across various subjects and curricular links to enhance the Japanese mother tongue program.
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Encourage high standards throughout the school, particularly regarding student progress.
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Foster a positive, purposeful, and professional school culture.
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Adhere to the professional responsibilities outlined in the Invictus Staff Handbook along with all relevant policies and procedures.
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Actively participate in Professional Learning and Development (PLD) initiatives, appraisal processes, and performance management systems.
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Share additional responsibilities fairly and appropriately.
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Maintain a teaching load suitable for the position, as directed by the line manager and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
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Support and participate in school events as requested.
Learning, Teaching, and Assessment
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Be an exemplary role model, demonstrating high expectations in subject instruction, curriculum planning, professionalism, and administrative duties.
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Stay informed about curriculum developments through reading, PLD opportunities, and actively seek further professional growth.
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Oversee curriculum development and associated resources in a way that engages and challenges students according to their needs and abilities.
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Take charge of curriculum delivery and associated resources in alignment with school and departmental policies.
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Continuously assess 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 outcomes.
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Draft reports on student performance for both internal and external purposes as needed.
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Encourage student independence, leadership, and voice within the curriculum and the school environment overall.
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Ensure all internal examinations are conducted and assessed 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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Follow school policies regarding student health and safety both on and off campus when 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 in the subject that matches the expectations of Invictus International School and aligns with the teaching standards document.
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Provide support for staff cover during absences, according to 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, providing 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 across 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 preserves the respect of colleagues and the reputation of Invictus International School.
Other Responsibilities
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Perform other 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.