This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced English as an Additional Language (EAL) teacher to join a growing, boutique school in the heart of Singapore. The successful applicant will be expected to teach English as an Additional Language from ages 5 to 16. There may also be an opportunity for a whole school leadership position for a suitable qualified and experienced candidate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· The ability to deliver a high-quality language experience to secondary students.
· Deliver the English as an Additional Language (EAL) to assigned classes in accordance with the School’s timetable.
· Use teaching methods and strategies which will engage students through careful planning, effective questioning, good use of resources and a style of delivery that promotes a love of language learning
· Identify clear teaching objectives, content, and sequences of lessons appropriate to the individual needs of students.
· Set appropriate and challenging expectations for students’ learning, building on prior knowledge
· Differentiate lessons according to the abilities and learning needs of individual students.
· Promote independent learning by adopting teaching and learning strategies which develop the competence and confidence of every student.
· Work with class teachers to provide outstanding language provision through the effective use of co-teaching and intervention classes
· Ensure the thorough implementation of subject specifications, teaching schemes, assessment policies and reporting procedures.
· Assess and support the development of the EAL curriculum in the school
· Plan and deliver schemes of work, including the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject, and of different students.
· Keep abreast of current developments in EAL education and to adapt the curriculum content and methods of teaching and examining as appropriate.
· Ensure students’ work is regularly assessed and that homework is in line with school policy.
· Report to parents in accordance with the school’s reporting policy.
· Use information gained from assessment, recording and reporting procedures to generate further improvement in student achievement.
· Follow the School’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence and visits.
· Contribute to co-curricular activities that broaden students’ experiences and contribute to the general life of the school.
· Attend and contribute to meetings of a professional nature.
· Maintain appropriate links with teaching colleagues in all sections of the school and foster cross-curricular links where appropriate.
