Teacher of Chinese #SGUnitedJobs
ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION INTERNATIONAL LTD.Bukit Timah
Primary Responsibility:
To provide students with a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable learning experience both in and beyond the classroom, and to offer them the encouragement they need to thrive at SJI International.
Applicants should have a degree in Chinese Language and Literature. Preference will be given to applicants additionally experienced in teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language.
Specific Responsibilities:
Teaching and learning
Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethos of our school
Work with other members of the Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following: curriculum planning and delivery; formative and summative assessment through classwork, homework and formal examination; standardisation and moderation of the examinations process
Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work
Teach across the age and ability ranges from Foundation IGCSE (Grades 7 & 8) through to IGCSE (Grades 9 & 10), to the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12) [IB/A‐Level experience is an advantage]
Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom
Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN in line with school and faculty policy
Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom
Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and faculty policy
Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently
Take part in the process and marking of the Extended Essay component of the IB Diploma
Recording and assessment
Set clear targets for raising achievement
Collect and record assessment data (enter on SIMS where required)
Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress
Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students
Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication via email and the student diary/planner
Standards and quality assurance
Support and adhere to the SJI International’s Code of Conduct, at all times
Support the aims and ethos of SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school
Support the school’s established SMILES values
Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances
Uphold the school's behaviour code and uniform regulations
Participate in staff training and annual performance review
Attend team and staff meetings
Other duties and responsibilities
This is essentially a generic Job Specification for Subject Teachers; all teachers at SJI International are also expected to contribute significantly to the service, sport and activity programmes, to accompany school trips and expeditions and to play a full part in the continued development of a thriving school community. Most teachers are also expected to take on the pastoral role of Form Tutor.
Please visit our website at https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/employment for more details.
Application Process
All applications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/ APLi only . The link to our Schrole / APLi page can be found on our Employment Page ( https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/employment ).
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.