Math Teacher
About This Role
Duties:
A. Knowledge and Understanding:
• Have a thorough understanding of the National Curriculum, IGCSE, and IBDP subjects.
• Maintain a solid command of the subject matter.
• Be prepared to address subject-related questions from students and recognize common misconceptions and errors in the specialized areas.
• Familiarize yourself with all curriculum and assessment standards for secondary education.
B. Planning and Setting Expectations:
• Establish clear educational objectives, lesson content, structures, and sequences that align with both the subject area and the needs of the students.
• Set challenging yet attainable expectations for student learning and motivation, establishing clear goals based on their previous knowledge and experiences.
• Identify students with special educational needs as well as those who are gifted and talented, knowing how to seek assistance for providing targeted support. Implement and document Individual Education Plans (IEPs) as required.
C. Teaching and Managing Student Learning:
• Provide effective instruction to entire classes, small groups, and individuals, ensuring that teaching goals are achieved while maintaining pace and challenge, thus optimizing teaching time.
• Utilize engaging teaching methods that stimulate students’ intellectual curiosity, including effective questioning, clear presentations, and appropriate resource use.
• Set high standards for student behavior by establishing and maintaining discipline through well-focused teaching and promoting positive, productive relationships.
• Foster positive behavior, build self-esteem, and enhance students' independent working capabilities to support their education and development within an ICT framework.
D. Assessment and Evaluation:
• Assess the extent to which learning objectives have been achieved and use these evaluations to guide future instruction.
• Grade and oversee students' classwork and homework, offering constructive oral and written feedback while setting targets for their advancement.
• When relevant, be aware of the expectations imposed on students concerning the National Curriculum, KS4, and KS5.
E. Relations with Parents and the Wider Community:
• Be equipped to generate and deliver informative reports to parents.
• Recognize that learning extends beyond the classroom and provide opportunities that connect students’ education to real-world and work-related contexts.
• Understand the significance of collaborating with external agencies.
F. Managing Own Performance and Development:
• Acknowledge the importance of personal professional growth and keep abreast of current research and developments in pedagogy and relevant subjects.
• Understand professional responsibilities concerning school policies, guidelines, and practices.
• Set a positive example for students regarding presentation and personal behavior.
• Critically evaluate personal teaching effectiveness and use this assessment for improvement.
G. Managing and Developing Staff and Other Adults:
• Foster effective working relationships with professional colleagues, including co-teachers, specialized instructors, and support staff.
H. Managing Resources:
• Choose and utilize books, equipment, ICT, and other learning materials that support the achievement of teaching objectives.
Skills/Qualifications:
• Hold a Bachelor's Degree along with a teaching certificate or license, demonstrating excellent subject expertise.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of full-time teaching experience in a school setting.
• Support Yew Chung's core values.
• Display a passion for teaching students.
• Show a thorough approach to teaching various year levels.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
“We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expect all applicants to share this commitment. Our recruitment practices are in accordance with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Before finalizing any appointment, we implement effective recruitment methods, including interviews, identity verification, criminal background checks, and character or professional references.”