Secondary English Teacher

Job Overview

We are looking for talented educators to teach English, covering lower secondary (Year 7) through to iGCSE level, and possibly A level at our school situated in Koh Samui. This is a unique opportunity to further develop your teaching skills on one of Thailand’s most famous islands while embracing a results-driven educational approach.

Main Duties

• Contribute significantly to the school by engaging in enrichment activities, developing effective teaching strategies and curricula, offering support to individuals or groups of students, overseeing internal examinations, and participating in outreach initiatives;
• Teach students of varying ages and abilities, challenging the most advanced learners while providing assistance to those who may need extra support;
• Focus on your own professional development and growth in collaboration with our leadership team;
• Comply with the school’s assessment and reporting policies, adhere to the teacher's manual, and attend parent meetings when required;
• Participate in the school’s co-curricular activities in alignment with our leadership team;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the safeguarding of all students;
• Tutor groups of different sizes, taking a genuine interest in their well-being and academic achievements;
• Regularly assist with various initiatives such as educational development or pastoral care, contributing to the school and building relationships with students.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a reflective educator who:

• Holds a good honours degree (2:1 or above) and/or a further degree in a relevant field;
• Is passionate about their subject and can demonstrate the necessary subject knowledge to deliver engaging lessons to a diverse student population at PBISS;
• Shares PBISS's comprehensive educational vision and is enthusiastic about contributing to both co-curricular and pastoral aspects of school life;
• Has strong interpersonal skills and can build relationships and collaborate with a wide range of individuals;
• Is committed to continuous professional development;
• Understands and is dedicated to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion;
• Welcomes advancements and innovations in teaching and learning, and is open to various assessment and differentiation strategies in the classroom;
• Is willing to share their educational practices and learn from the collective teaching methods at the school;
• Respects confidentiality regarding intellectual property, privacy, and the contributions of school stakeholders, including colleagues who share their teaching methods;
• Demonstrates proficiency in ICT and a readiness to employ different technologies for teaching and learning;
• Believes in the interconnectedness of teaching and learning;
• Is highly motivated and can function both independently and as part of a team;
• Cares about the welfare and pastoral well-being of students;
• Exhibits exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• Maintains a positive outlook, embraces change and development with optimism, and possesses a balanced perspective.

Professional Development

We provide a well-organized professional development program that focuses on applied educational psychology and cognitive science. Additionally, there is a culture of informally sharing best practices within departments, supported by our staff's commitment to confidentiality, which protects our staff's expertise while benefiting our students.

All staff engage in regular observations and discussions to identify development opportunities and customize their professional growth. New teachers receive support during their transition, and those pursuing QTS or PGCE qualifications benefit from extensive assistance and resources.

Further Benefits

• Participation in a provident-style security plan
• Accident and health insurance
• Guidance on visa and work permit processes
• Reduction in school fees
• Quality of life: Koh Samui

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.