Key Responsibility:
- Understanding curriculum standards and Principles of Mathematics
- Creating stimulating lesson plans to foster maximum student’s engagement in Mathematics.
- Developing a curiosity and enjoyment of mathematics, and appreciate its elegance and power
- Appreciating the moral, social and ethical questions arising from the work of mathematicians and the applications of mathematics
- Employing and refining the mathematical powers of abstraction and generalization
- Developing logical and creative thinking, and patience and persistence in problem solving to instil confidence in using mathematics
- Promoting the universality of mathematics and its multicultural, international and historical perspectives
- Adjusting teaching practices to support differentiated learning.
- Enabling students to independently and collaboratively extend their understanding of mathematics.
- Taking action to apply and transfer skills to alternative situations, to other areas of knowledge and to future developments in their local and global communities
- Fostering curiosity, creativity and a lifelong enjoyment of mathematics learning.
- Taking part in the process of mentoring and supervising of the Extended Essay component and internal assessment component of the IB for Mathematics.
- Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop students' ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Planning activities and worksheets to include approaches to learning.
- Demonstrates the necessary subject knowledge and methodological strategies to effectively educate students.
- Assists in managing curriculum and study courses for the students’ development.
- Provides students with structure and support in a safe learning environment to enable them to develop socially, emotionally, and morally.
- Introduces new study patterns among the students to develop their interest and do regular studies.
- Gives practical analysis of the courses to create interest.
- Develops the lesson plan in accordance with the curriculum guidelines and presents the lesson plans to the academic coordinators for approval.
- Plans lessons based on inquiry, focussed on conceptual understanding, differentiated to meet the needs of all learners, and informed by assessment (formative and summative)
- Reviews the feedback from the academic coordinators and revises the lesson plans accordingly
- Keeps up to date with the latest teaching aids, such as the use of technology in classroom learning, and integrate these into the teaching process
- Creates challenging and engaging learning opportunities for students, and fosters a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for learning
- Develops worksheets, handouts, and other learning materials in line with the lesson plan and curriculum, as well as the assessments and examinations.
- Responsible for the timely marking and correction of assignments completed by the students
- Creates a well-organized, orderly, and task-oriented learning environment.
- Assesses students’ progress and reports to the principal about them. Conduct assessment tests to evaluate students’ progress
- Assesses, records and reports on the development, progress, and results of students
- Identifies students who may require additional assistance, academic or non-academic, and ensures they receive the necessary support
- Contributes to extra-curricular activities and participates in school activities such as assemblies, meetings and conferences
- Reflects regularly on the development of personal and professional capabilities.
- Communicates the development of students to the Coordinator & Principal.
- Collaborates with other teachers to share new ideas, teaching approaches, content and professional knowledge
- Communicates and provides feedback to the parents during the Parent Teacher Meetings, and whenever necessary
- Creates an atmosphere of trust by dealing with students in a positive and open way.
- Ensures open communication channel and coordination with parents and others involved in the education and development of the students.
- Enables students understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support their learning and personal development.
Job Requirements:
- Graduate & Bachelor in Education (Specialisation in Maths for Senior teacher)
- Preferred Masters in the Maths with International Teaching Qualification certificate that qualifies for accreditation according to IB educational system.
- Computer literacy is required to work on software.
- Fluent English Level: reading, writing, speaking; a professional command of the English language.
- Minimum 5-8 yrs experience is required
Working Days: 5 days per week
Location: Onsite
Benefits:
- Child Subsidy Scheme: Employee discount – tuition & transport fee for kids studying in GIIS or any of its entities (based on school policy)
- Transport Facility provided across Singapore
