Mathematics Teacher

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Create an environment of respect and rapport, engaging students actively in their learning.

• Communicate clearly and positively, showing flexibility and responsiveness.

• Address the needs of students with different levels and abilities.

• Use the prescribed curriculum framework with curricular standards.

• Employ a range and balance of teaching strategies.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate instructional strategies.

• Use a variety of resources for pursuing open-ended inquiry.

• Recognize the importance of cultural heritage.

• Maintain constant awareness of the needs of second language learners.

• Provide prompt, regular, and appropriate feedback to students and parents by maintaining accurate records for each student.

• Use technology to optimize learning.

Planning:

• Plan collaboratively, based on the agreed curriculum framework, standards, and instructional goals.

• Create learning units with the end of mind (backward design).

• Involve students in planning their learning and assessment.

• Build upon students' prior knowledge and experience, accommodating a wide range of ability levels.

• Use varied and appropriate resources.

• Maintain accurate records, including lesson plans and grade books.

Assessing:

• View planning, teaching, and assessing as interconnected processes.

• Use a range and balance of assessment strategies and documentation.

• Assess the levels of students' current experience and understanding before embarking on new learning.

• Enable students to see assessment as a means of describing their learning and involve students and colleagues in the assessment process.

• Involve students in shared reflection during and at the end of each unit.

• Ensure students fully understand how their grades are determined.

• Maintain records of regular parental contact.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that the results of assessments provide a link to further curriculum development.

Student Care and Support:

• Provide a safe environment for the student at all times, in and out of the classroom.

• Efficiently carry out supervision responsibilities.

• Support the moral, social, and emotional development of each child.

• Ensure calm and sensible behavior at all times through the application of fair and consistent policies.

• Demonstrate positive attitudes of tolerance, respect, and integrity by example.

• Celebrate multicultural and national identities in our community.

• Gain insight into students through communication and partnership with families and colleagues.

Professional Appraisal and Staff Development:

• Seek and participate in opportunities for professional growth.

• Support the emphasis on ongoing professional learning to further develop knowledge of pedagogy and teaching practice.

• Perform additional duties required by the administration that are consistent with the purposes and responsibilities contained in this job description.

• Actively work and support the MKS growth process.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.

• Teaching certification or equivalent.

• Experience in teaching diverse student populations.

• Strong understanding of curriculum standards and instructional strategies.

• Proficiency in using technology to enhance learning.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

• Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage time effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Preferred Candidate:

• Experience in an international or multicultural educational setting.

• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning and backward design.

• Knowledge of second language acquisition strategies.

• Experience with integrating technology into the classroom.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality education and support the development of our students. Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team of educators!