Primary Music Teacher (Expat)- AY 26-27

Primary Teacher (Expat)

Main Responsibilities:

At SISC, the primary role of the teacher is to educate a classroom of up to 25 students, depending on the grade. Instruction for grades 1 to 5 adheres to the Cambridge Primary Curriculum Framework.

A teacher must:

• Have a profound understanding of the Cambridge International curriculum standards and experience in addressing achievement gaps.
• Design engaging and innovative lessons that promote students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Enthusiastically incorporate technology and hands-on learning experiences into the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to foster understanding and communication in a culturally diverse educational setting.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons that inspire students’ enthusiasm for learning.
• Achieve the learning goals of the Cambridge International Curriculum through its content, structure, and teaching methods.
• Create and implement a thorough, well-structured learning program that reflects contemporary pedagogical practices and caters to individual skill levels.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and learning activities for students, aligning them with national, local, and school educational standards while considering developmental behaviors.
• Design and execute cross-curricular teaching and learning experiences.
• Provide high-quality, engaging instruction through discussions, direct teaching, demonstrations, and independent practice using a variety of effective methods.
• Differentiating lessons as needed to ensure all students can engage with the curriculum, regardless of disabilities, instructional levels, English proficiency, or subject interests.
• Encourage an atmosphere of active and authentic learning by employing diverse teaching strategies to meet all students' needs.
• Assess student performance based on established standards through various approaches, including observation, performance tasks, or standardized testing.
• Monitor student attendance and promptly report any absences to the designated office.
• Choose appropriate materials and resources for teaching mathematics while fostering creative approaches to learning.
• Organize and coordinate activities for both the school and the community, helping students effectively showcase and present their work.
• Track each student’s progress and keep both students and parents informed of updates through Managua and other communication channels.
• Take responsibility for supporting students participating in internal or external competitions or activities.
• Develop, organize, and lead the School’s Co-Curricular/After-School Programs.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure the successful preparation of events and activities with minimal disruption to the regular schedule.
• Attend subject or area association meetings as necessary and maintain professional relationships. Actively engage in the enhancement of your subject area by utilizing current teaching methods and curriculum resources.
• Be available for additional duties as required within the scope of the role and familiarize yourself with the Southbridge calendar of events, including class activities.
• Act as a positive role model for students, parents, colleagues, and the broader Southbridge International School Cambodia community.
• Comply with and uphold all policies and procedures of Southbridge International School Cambodia (SISC), ensuring actions do not compromise others' health and safety within the school.
• Demonstrate foundational knowledge expected of a professional regarding anti-discrimination principles and equal opportunity legislation, articulating the importance of diversity and equal opportunity.
• Show commitment to promoting best practices concerning student well-being and child safety by implementing effective strategies.

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