Primary Music Teacher (Expat)- AY 26-27

Primary Teacher (Expat)

Main Accountabilities:

At SISC, it is the role of a teacher to teach a class of up to 25 students depending on the grade level. Students in grades 1 to 5 will be taught based on the Cambridge Primary Curriculum Framework.

A teacher must:

●      Have a solid understanding of the Cambridge International curriculum standards and have experience closing the achievement gap

●      Develop engaging and innovative lessons that allow our students to grow academically, socially and emotionally

●      Incorporate technology and hands-on learning experiences into the classroom with enthusiasm

●      Believe in collaboration with other colleagues and promotes understanding and communication in a diverse learning and cultural environment

Key Roles and Responsibilities:  

●      Deliver dynamic and effective lessons to nurture students’ desire to learn

●      Achieve the learning goals of the Cambridge International Curriculum through the content and structure of the curriculum and its methods of delivery

●      Design and implement a comprehensive and appropriately sequenced learning program for students, reflecting current pedagogical practice and individual playing standard

●      Create daily lesson plans and learning activities for students based on national, local and school standards in education and research and knowledge of developmental behaviors

●      Planning and implementation of cross curricular learning and teaching

●      Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussion, direct teaching, demonstrations and independent practice using a variety of proven methods

●      Differentiate lessons when needed to give all students access to the curriculum regardless of disability, instructional level, English proficiency or level of interest in the subject

●      Create an environment of active and genuine learning by employing a range of teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students

●      Evaluate student performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks or other standard test practices

●      Monitor student’s attendance to make sure the absent reported/communicate designated office on time

●      Select appropriate repertoire and teaching materials of mathematics and to develop a creative approach to teaching and learning

●      Plan, coordinate and prepare activities for the school and community, and assist students with effective display and presentation of their works

●      Monitor each student’s progress and keep the student and parents informed of progress, through the use of Managua and other communication methods

●      Being responsible for assisting students in internal or external competitions or activities

●      Develop, organize, and lead the School’s Co-Curricular/After-School Programs

●      Working collaboratively with other staff to ensure that suitable events and activities are prepared within a minimum disruption of normal schedule

●      Participate in subject or area association meetings as appropriate and maintain relationships with professional associations. Actively pursue the development and improvement of your subject area by accessing and implementing up to date teaching methods and curriculum tools

●      Be available for any other duties as required within the level and scope of the position and familiarize with the Southbridge calendar of events, including but not limited to, class activities

●      Be a positive role model to students, parents, colleagues and the broader community of Southbridge International School Cambodia

●      Conform with and uphold all policies and procedures of Southbridge International School Cambodia (SISC) and take all reasonable care to ensure that any actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of others in the school

●      Apply the basic knowledge expected of a professional position with respect to the principles of anti-discrimination and equal opportunity legislation and how they would apply in a workplace. Be able to describe the principles of equal opportunity and valuing diversity

●      Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and achieving best practice in matters relating to student wellbeing and child safety by implementing SISC policies and practices

●      Maintain professional standards of communication with staff, parents and students using appropriate channels

●      Other tasks assigned by superior

Other Responsibilities:

●       Follow the principles of

○        Follow Child Protection Policy

○        Follow Teacher Code of Conduct

○        Follow Employee handbook

○        Follow Health and safety protocol

Personal Specific Essential Qualities:  

●      Degree in Education or equivalent

●      Ability to communicate at all levels in the respective way

●      Display warmth, care and sensitivity in dealing with children

●      Ability to see potential problems and work through solutions until resolution is reached

●      Ability to work cooperatively within a team

●      Excellent interpersonal skills

●       Able to work with minimal supervision

●       Reliable & Good Time Keeping

●       Organized and unflappable

●       Willingness to work outside of normal office hours (such as evenings and weekends), with

compensation through time in lieu

●      Ability to follow instructions accurately and to show initiative where appropriate

Ability to organize the work of others and to work to deadlines