Teaching Allocation: As required
Job Purpose
â—Ź Have thorough knowledge of and deliver the SJII Elementary School homeroom curriculum
â—Ź Recognise and respond to the academic, social and emotional needs of the students
â—Ź Administer assessments as required by the school, record data and report findings and
evaluations of student learning to stakeholders
â—Ź Provide duty of care and pastoral support to ensure the wellbeing of the students
â—Ź Communicate regularly with parents regarding teaching, learning, academic, social and
emotional development and special events
● Model and promote the school’s positive behaviour policy and the Virtues programme that underpins this.
Key Responsibilities
â—Ź Enable students to develop a positive attitude to learning and school
â—Ź Plan opportunities to develop the social, emotional and cultural aspects of student learning
â—Ź Plan teaching and learning in collaboration with the grade level team making reference to curriculum documentation and key learning outcomes
â—Ź Assist in ensuring that curriculum planning documents are updated at class and grade level
â—Ź Maintain assessment data records and engage in discussion around these with the grade
level team in order to plan differentiated teaching and learning
â—Ź Work collaboratively as a member of the grade level team and be willing to take on tasks as needed, including special events, assemblies and field trips
â—Ź Follow school policy and guidelines on areas such as planning, marking, workbook
presentation and assessment and recording and lead by examples in these areas
â—Ź Engage in Professional Development opportunities and be willing to share learning with others in the grade level team
Specific Tasks and Duties
Strategic Leadership
● Create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment which is conducive to the students’ learning
â—Ź Contribute to the development of grade level yearly overviews, as well as medium and short term teaching and learning plans, based upon curriculum documentation and key learning outcomes
â—Ź Gather, record and share assessment data with the team in order to cater for the different
needs of the students in the grade level and assess the effectiveness of the programme
â—Ź Engage in aspects of the Elementary School Improvement Plan (ESIP) as a member of a PLC
or working group
â—Ź Liaise closely with the AP Student Success and pastoral team around students who require
support beyond the homeroom classroom
â—Ź Know and comply with school policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health and
safety and behaviour management
Curriculum and Pedagogy
â—Ź Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and effective lessons and activities that motivate,
inspire and improve student achievement
â—Ź Work collaboratively with the grade level team during the planning of units of work with
clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes
â—Ź Engage in professional dialogue around assessment data and differentiation of curriculum
in order to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of the students
● Reflect and evaluate own teaching and assessment practices through the school’s
Professional Reflection and Development structure and in discussions with school
leadership in order to ensure continuous improvement
â—Ź Ensure thorough knowledge of the pedagogy and strategies associated with each
homeroom subject e.g. Singapore Mathematics, Readers’ and Writers’ Workshop and IPC
â—Ź Support the transition of students from their current grade level to the next
Assessment and Reporting
● Possess a thorough knowledge of the school’s Assessment Policies and Procedures
â—Ź Administer, and analyse the results of, the required grade level assessments
â—Ź Ensure that assessment data is recorded, analysed and used to plan future teaching and
learning, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the grade level programme
â—Ź Report on student progress outlining the content covered, results of formative and
summative assessments and next steps in learning
Collaboration and Relationship Management
â—Ź To organise and manage the students as a class, in groups or individually whilst promoting
high standards of behaviour and discipline
â—Ź Meet regularly with the grade level team as they plan units of work and discuss teaching
strategies, materials and activities that will support student learning
â—Ź Work collaboratively and purposefully with the assigned Teaching Partner
â—Ź Collaborate and communicate regularly with the AP Student Success, Pastoral Team and
Specialist teachers as part of a team around the academic, social and emotional
development of each child
Resource Management
â—Ź Ensure that classroom resources are organised and managed to provide an efficient,
effective and safe learning environment
â—Ź Monitor, evaluate and review the available teaching and learning resources and
communicate suggested improvements or changes to the Head of Grade
â—Ź Look for and recommend resources that may be available beyond the school that support
teaching and learning or provide professional development opportunities for the grade
level team
Communication
â—Ź Communicate with the Head of Grade, School Leadership Team and colleagues effectively,
respectfully and in a timely manner
â—Ź Ensure positive and effective partnerships with parents through regular and clear
communication about the student
â—Ź Share assessment data with parents as appropriate e.g. reports, PTC, as related to
Learning Support
â—Ź Report to the Head of Grade, or relevant member of the SLT, any matters related to child
safeguarding, Health and Safety, discipline or personal concerns
Self-Evaluation and Quality Assurance
● Participate in the school’s PRD process as a reflective practitioner and providing a role
model to others in this process
â—Ź Engage in professional dialogue and opportunities, such as classroom observations, to
share best teaching practices and strategies with others
â—Ź Seek opportunities for professional development through a range of opportunities such as
professional reading, work with a mentor or critical friend, network groups, in-school or
external workshops
General Areas of Responsibility
â—Ź Be an advocate of the school and its decisions during interactions with students, staff and
the community.
â—Ź Lead in nurturing a Lasallian Catholic ethos by building upon the legacy and tradition of
the school firmly anchored in Faith, Service and Community
â—Ź Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and students
â—Ź Be a role model within the school in terms of professional expertise and conduct and lead
by example
â—Ź Treat others fairly and with respect in order to create and maintain a positive school
culture
â—Ź Build a collaborative learning culture within the school and manage innovation and change â—Ź Inform and support the SLT as needed
â—Ź Take on specific tasks related to the day-to-day administration and organisation of the
school as requested by the Principal or SLT
â—Ź Support the PRD and performance management process as required to help staff develop
goals and improve professional effectiveness
â—Ź Support staff in meeting personal and professional goals
Requirements
1. Minimum Bachelor Degree with Teaching qualification
2. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
3. Only Singaporeans need apply
Application Process
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