IBDP Math Teacher

The International Academy- Amman

Teaching and Learning

To demonstrate expertise, enthusiasm and creativity in the delivery of the age appropriate pedagogy

To plan and deliver the correct and agreed curriculum

To plan and deliver lessons and units of work with clear learning objectives

Communicate in a clear, logical and sequential manner the learning objectives to students appropriate to their ages

Meet the learning needs of all students, including late entering students, language learners and students with weak or exceptional academic abilities.

To evaluate daily and weekly planning ensuring that it builds on current and previous achievement

To look for opportunities within the curriculum to provide hands on experiences and to use a variety of instructional resources so as not to have content driven solely by textbooks

To manage and monitor each child s progress, ensuring all marking, assessments and class record files are kept up to date

Ensure that assignments are returned promptly with constructive feedback including specific comments on strengths and areas for improvement.

To use assessment effectively to set realistic and challenging targets for improvement and plan future teaching

To use questioning and explanation effectively to secure maximum progress.

To set consistently high expectations for pupils behaviour and attitude towards learning

To reflect on your own and other s practice, through discussion and observation in order to develop a thorough understanding of effective teaching methods

Display competence and confidence in using media and technology

Recognise the importance of the after school programme and extra curricula activities and actively participate in these as directed

Undertake any professional duty as required by senior management, especially in times of emergency, and understand that these events do particularly occur in an international setting, where staffing and material resources may be limited

Pastoral

To actively support a consistent approach to implementing the School Guiding Statements

To implement one s professional duty of care by following school policies and procedures regarding student behaviour and discipline at all times, including classes, assigned duties, at break times and any other interactions with IAA students

To understand that student safety is at all times paramount

To understand and practice vigilant student safeguarding and duty of care

Plan and implement strategies that encourage student self-discipline, reinforce appropriate behaviour and manage disruptive behaviour

To celebrate children s achievements both in and out of school

To respond sensitively when dealing with children, ensuring that any concern they bring will be dealt with professionally and promptly

To act as a tutor/class teacher as required by assigned role(s) and deliver associated curricula (e.g. PSHE)

Professional development

To participate in the school s self-evaluation procedures, providing constructive feedback as required

To participate fully in the school s Staff Development Network by engaging in activities including but not limited to action research, in-service training, lesson observations, professional writing and curriculum development

To actively participate in staff initiatives and meetings

Promote good working relationships with others through active leadership and the sharing of ideas, materials and expertise

To reflect on one s practice and be open to professional feedback from colleagues

To keep up-to-date with pedagogical developments

Learning environment

To provide a safe, stimulating and attractive learning environment, changing displays on a regular basis to celebrate the learning and achievement of children

To look for opportunities to extend learning beyond the confines of the classroom

To prepare additional resources to supplement existing resources and to support differentiation

To responsibly manage and maintain effective use of equipment and learning resources and ensure their return in a timely manner.