Scope: Primary and Middle School
Reporting to: Mother Tongue Coordinator
In order to fill this role effectively, the successful candidate will need to have a diverse range of qualities, competencies and experience. An IB PYP & MYP Japanese Mother Tongue teacher should be an adaptable and inspiring educator, with the ability to deliver a coherent, integrated, broad, inquiry-based programme. He/She should be an outstanding teacher, learner, motivator and communicator, with excellent interpersonal skills, and should be capable of preparing students for international programmes in a stimulating, challenging and well-organised learning environment. He/She should be able to provide professional expertise, high quality teaching and learning, make effective use of resources and ensure improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.
1 Qualifications and experience. The school prefers people with:
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Experience in teaching the Japanese language and literature
2 Knowledge and Skills. He/She should:
be aligned with the ISL values of diversity, passion, identity and understanding
possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school, in particular he/she should be able to communicate effectively in Japanese and English
have a high level of understanding of current research as to how children learn and possess the ability to motivate students to perform at their best
through differentiated instruction, and by using a variety of styles, be able to inspire mixed culture and ability classes, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students
be able to support student needs in learning and pastoral matters
have a good awareness of current developments in Japanese Mother Tongue and be able to participate fully in an expanding IB school and, in particular, help to develop the team spirit within the mother tongue department
3 Responsibilities.
To implement mother tongue policy and strategic plans
To liaise with the PYP & MYP team and the curriculum leaders to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom
To participate in the design, development, implementation and review of an integrated programme of Japanese Mother Tongue
To participate in the design, development, implementation and review of assessment and reporting systems
To promote the health and safety of assigned classes
To participate in professional development and contribute to regular staff training/meetings
To encourage the team spirit in the middle and diploma school and develop links with colleagues across the school
To contribute to community service and global citizenship goals
To contribute to the extra-curricular activities programme of the school
To contribute to the development of a positive attitude between Mother Tongue and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions etc.
To enhance the professional standing of the faculty
No CV Required
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