Job Posting for Primary School Teacher at Sir Manasseh Meyer International School
PURPOSE: To play a major role under the auspices of the
Trustees and under the overall direction of the
Principal.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal
WORKING TIME: Full time
Summary of Responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To be accountable for the standards of teaching and learning and pupil progress.
MAIN DUTIES
To deliver the curriculum in accordance with the School’s timetable
To keep up to date wth developments in the curriculum and in teaching practice methodology
To develop the use of ICT to support and enhance teaching and learning
To exercise professional skills and judgement
To impact on the educational progress of all pupils in the school
To work with others to ensure the most appropriate links are made to ensure that the curriculum
meets the individual students’ needs
To maintain accurate records of all assessments and feedback of all students
To develop and enhance the classroom practice of the teaching assistant
Teaching and learning
Ensure thorough understanding about learning objectives, understand the sequence of teaching
and learning in all subjects and communicate this to students.
Select the most appropriate teaching and learning methods and resources to meet the needs of
the full range of pupils.
Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on
student achievement in line with school policy.
Analysis of results and assessment data
Other professional requirements
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues and other
teachers to develop cross curricular links and creative approaches to learning.
Establish effective relationships with parents and inform them of developments and practices
relating to the teaching of the curriculum.
Participate in meetings with professional colleagues and parents in respect of the duties and
responsibilities of the post.
Be aware of the need to take responsibility for your own professional development.
Play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and
to encourage staff and pupils to follow this example.
Undertake any other duty as specified by Principal not mentioned in the above.
Other Specific Duties:
Any other duties as required by the Principal
Person Specification – Primary School Teacher
Person Specification
A. Qualifications and Experience
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Degree, or equivalent, in specialist subject or a related subject
A proven track record of outstanding teaching
At least 5 years’ teaching experience
Experience and familiarity with International Education essential
IPC experience would be an advantage
Evidence of appropriate in-service training
B. Knowledge, Understanding, Skills and Abilities
A clear and proven commitment to the ethos and values contained in the SMMIS ethos
statements and capacity to develop and promote this within the school
A sound understanding of how students learn, how teachers can best teach and how to achieve
high standards
Knowledge and understanding of schools; knowledge and understanding of legislation and
ongoing developments in education in the International Sector
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, pastoral care and the promotion of high
standards of positive behaviour
High levels of communication skills both oral, written and in ICT
C. Leadership/Personal Qualities
• A team player respected by others
Ability to act quickly and sensitively under pressure, to keep calm in difficult situations, deal with
stress and absorb pressure
Ability to manage own workload appropriately, with the enthusiasm, stamina and passion to
enthuse and motivate others with regard to all aspects of the education of the school.
Open and constructive, accepting of feedback and always willing to learn
Excellent interpersonal skills, a sense of humour and a willingness to make him/herself
approachable to all members of the school and the wider community; a ‘can do’ positive approach
The ability to prioritise, evaluate and manage financial and human resource
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