Number of recruits：1
Responsibility:
This Drama/English Teacher position requires the ability, expertise and training to teach Drama and English Language learning in primary/middle school.
Knowledge and understanding:
• Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the subject of Drama and English Language with experience in international curriculum (such as IB/PYP/MYP or similar)
• Able to guide and support student subject-related questions and facilitate inquiry-based learning in their specialist subject(s)
• Knowledge and understanding for curriculum and assessment development in Drama and English Language.
Planning and setting expectations:
• Identify clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures and sequences appropriate to the subject matter and the students being taught
• Set appropriate and demanding expectations for students’ learning and motivation
• Set clear targets for students' learning, building on prior attainment and experiences
• Identify and provide for students who have special educational needs (either in additional foundation learning support or for extending challenging learning opportunities)
• Liaise with the Drama and Language learning team of teachers to determine the learning objectives of learning topics, themes and integrated interdisciplinary tasks
Teaching and managing student learning:
• Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, momentum and challenge are maintained, and best use is made of teaching time
• Use teaching methods especially aligned with inquiry-based learning that keep students engaged, including stimulating students’ intellectual curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear presentation and good use of resources
• Set high expectations for student behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused and inspiring teaching and through positive and productive relationships
• Promote positive behaviour patterns, encourage self-esteem, and improve independent working for students to assist their education and growth.
Assessment and evaluation:
• Assessment for and of learning in how well learning objectives have been achieved and use this assessment for future learning development tasks and teaching
• Mark, record and monitor student class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback, setting appropriate targets for student progress
• When applicable, understand the demands expected of students in relation to the national curriculum, international standards and alignment.
Relations with parents and wider community:
• Know how to prepare and present high quality informative and appropriate reports to parents
• Recognize that learning takes place outside the school context and provide opportunities to develop student understanding by relating learning to relevant, authentic, real and context related examples
Job Requirements:
• At least Bachelor’s Degree and Teaching qualification
• A minimum of 2 years of IB Diploma teaching experience
• Demonstrated track record of working in a team
• Demonstrated track record of being able to connect with students
• Willingness or demonstrated track record in learning and practicing new pedagogy
• Willing to attend relevant IB workshops and be trained to used the pedagogy that supports the school
