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Job Title Teaching / Education

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School Degree

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Department: Early Years
Start Date: Immediate Start
Reports to: Head of Phases 1 & 2
Job Scope:
The role of the Early Years Class Teacher (PreKG-KG2) is to build and maintain a successful Early Years programme within the school by providing an educational atmosphere conducive to learning, in conjunction with the EYPYP Programme Coordinator. Support and guidance will be provided by the Head of Early Years, EYPYP Curriculum Coordinator, Grade and Subject Coordinators. The Early Years Class Teacher will ensure that all subjects taught are planned to provide coverage, progression and continuity. The Early Years Class Teacher is expected to display the highest standards of professionalism in her teaching and in her relationships with colleagues and parents.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
This not an exhaustive list of duties/responsibilities. The responsibilities outlined may be modified by the Head of Early Years, upon mutual agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the role:
Main Tasks:

• To be responsible for the positive learning environment and achievement of all students in the class, ensuring equality of opportunity throughout
• To promote an enjoyment of learning
• To nurture meaningful relationships with children and provide the individual attention they need having regard to the ability of the students
• To be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct
• To support a culture of reflective practice
• To treat all students with respect, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, always observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher s professional position
• To work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with students, co-teachers, specialist teachers, teaching assistants, classroom assistants, other staff, parents/guardians and external agencies in the best interests of students

Team Working:

• To collaborate with other teachers to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge and create a stimulating learning environment for teaching and learning in Early Years
• To act as a role model for staff, demonstrating a high quality of teaching, learning and assessment in Early Years
• To participate in relevant meetings / professional development opportunities at school, which relate to the learners, curriculum or organisation of the school including pastoral arrangements and assemblies
• To work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues and sharing the development of effective practice
• To ensure that Teaching Assistants or Classroom Assistants working in the classroom are appropriately involved in supporting learning and understand the roles they are expected to fulfil
• To take part as required in the review, development and management of the activities relating to the Early Years and IB curriculum and program of inquiry and pastoral functions of the school as it grows

Behaviour and Safety:

• To effectively contribute and provide best practice in combatting risk pertaining to cyber safety, health safety and child protection
• To manage the class effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students needs to inspire, motivate and challenge
• To establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for the well-being of the students, rooted in mutual respect
• To emphasise the importance of safety and safe methods of working in all areas of the school and the curriculum
• To communicate to the staff and students that they must take a responsible attitude to the resources and equipment with which they have been provided

Communication:

• To communicate accurately and regularly with parents
• To liaise effectively with parents and offer opportunities for them to engage in their child s learning at home
• To develop positive channels of communication to ensure the smooth running of the service amongst all educators
• To attend Parents Evenings as required and to provide accurate, honest information regarding the progress of students.
• To report to parents in the form of written reports twice yearly and when made be additionally required by the Head of Early Years
• To contribute to the newsletters, social media platforms and marketing activity

Administration:

• To register the attendance of and supervise students, before, during and at after-school sessions as appropriate
• To participate in and carry out any administrative and organisational tasks as required
• To maintains up to date emergency forms, curriculum plans, individual child development profile and other records as needed

Professional Development:

• To regularly review and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and assessment procedures and its impact on students progress, attainment and well-being
• To be responsible for improving teaching through participating fully in training and development opportunities identified by the school or as a result of appraisal
• To participate fully in the teacher appraisal system, with classroom observation of colleagues and a willingness to be personally observed within the classroom
• To submit books, records or planning as required for monitoring by colleagues or management

Other:

• To have professional regard for the ethos, policies and procedures of Swiss International Scientific School and maintain high standards in attendance and punctuality
• To maintain smart and professional standards of appearance
• To maintain high standards of conduct both in and out of the classroom. To act in a way that conforms to the school s ethos and values
• To adhere to the teacher standards and expectations set out in the teacher s handbook, employee handbook and the school policies

Key Relationships
Internal: Students, Teaching Assistants, Classroom Assistants, Teachers, Grade Coordinators, Subject Coordinators, IB Programme Coordinator, Head of Phases 1 & 2, Deputy Head of Early Years, Principal and Deputy Head of Whole School (Teaching & Learning)
External: Parents, KHDA, IB
Position Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor s Degree in Education or related Degree
• Professional Teaching Qualification (PGCE/QTS, Teaching certificate/Diploma)
• Relevant recent professional development that qualifies the candidate for this post

Experience:

• A fluent first language French speaker
• Extensive international Early Years teaching experience of at least 2 years
• Proven track record of excellence and tangible outcomes
• Evidence of outstanding teaching practice.
• Experience of working in an international environment is preferred, however not essential.
• Experience in using technology in the classroom and online to maximise student learning experience.

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