Scope
Primary and Middle School
Reporting to
Mother Tongue Coordinator
Overview
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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Experience in teaching the Japanese language and literature
Knowledge and Skills
Aligned with ISL values of diversity, passion, identity and understandingExcellent communication skills and willingness to adapt to the demands of an international school; effective communication in Japanese and EnglishHigh level of understanding of current research on how children learn and ability to motivate students to perform at their bestThrough differentiated instruction and use of a variety of styles able to inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all studentsAbility to support student needs in learning and pastoral mattersGood awareness of current developments in Japanese Mother Tongue and participation fully in an expanding IB school, helping to develop team spirit within the mother tongue departmentResponsibilities
To implement mother tongue policy and strategic plansTo liaise with the PYP & MYP team and curriculum leaders to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroomTo participate in the design, development, implementation and review of an integrated programme of Japanese Mother TongueTo participate in the design, development, implementation and review of assessment and reporting systemsTo promote the health and safety of assigned classesTo participate in professional development and contribute to regular staff training / meetingsTo encourage the team spirit in the middle and diploma school and develop links with colleagues across the schoolTo contribute to community service and global citizenship goalsTo contribute to the extracurricular activities programme of the schoolTo contribute to the development of a positive attitude between Mother Tongue and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications and competitions etc.To enhance the professional standing of the facultyEmployment Type : Part‑Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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