Primary Homeroom Teacher

Job Overview

To execute the professional duties of a teacher in accordance with the school's policies and procedures, delivering high-quality teaching and assessment that promotes learning, engagement, and achievement for all students.

Key Responsibilities

• Lesson Planning, Teaching, and Learning
  • Crafting and executing exceptional teaching and assessment methodologies that align with the school's Teaching & Learning and Assessment policies.
  • Maintaining elevated standards as outlined in the school’s Behaviour for Learning Policy and encouraging exemplary practices regarding punctuality, conduct, dress code, quality of work, and homework (home learning).
  • Ensure that the curriculum scope and sequence, along with unit and lesson plans, are up-to-date, accurate, and adhere to both IB and school standards.
• Assessment, Recording, Reporting
  • Assess the degree to which learning objectives are achieved and leverage this data to improve targeted areas of teaching and learning.
  • Consistently evaluate and grade students' assignments, set progress benchmarks, and moderate evaluations in accordance with the school’s Assessment (Marking & Feedback) policy.
  • Diligently assess and document student progress, keep thorough records, and use performance metrics to inform planning, instruction, interventions, and student growth.
  • Compile and present comprehensive reports to parents in line with the Report Writing Guidelines.
• Professional Duties and Responsibilities
  • Acknowledge the individual potential of each student and strive to reflect the Dwight vision, mission, and core values in every aspect of the role.
  • For Upper School - Act as an Advisor or Co-Advisor and teach Moral Education.
  • For Upper School - Ensure the FireFly platform is consistently updated with planning and resources, following the direction of the Head of Upper School.
  • Serve as a DP Extended Essay Supervisor / MYP Personal Project Supervisor / PYP Exhibition Supervisor, as needed.
  • Participate in staff duty schedules and provide assistance for absent colleagues.
  • Oversee examinations and assessments as required.
  • Engage in relevant professional development and training related to the role.
  • Contribute to school events and activities, including the ECA program.
  • Actively involve yourself in the Dwight and IB community, building strong relationships with all stakeholders and the local and broader community.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties and additional work hours as assigned by the Head of School or designated line manager.

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