POSITION BASED IN GEMS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL TROPICANA METROPARK, SUBANG JAYA, SELANGOR. QUALIFICATIONS: INTERFACES WITH: Administrators, colleagues, staff, students and parents SUPERVISES: Teaching and learning to students, student activities, a Teaching Assistant (if assigned) Job Goal: GEMS encourages students to be independent learners that will meet the needs of a fast paced and changing world. We want our students to have a strong set of problem solving strategies, the ability to think critically as well as the have the knowledge and skills to apply to new and unfamiliar tasks (be a risk taker). We expect that students will continue to inquire/question throughout their lives and have a strong sense of fairness towards all people. As a result of their learning, we want students to take socially responsible action that has an impact on themselves, their friends, the school, their community, and someday in the near future, the world in which they live. We want all students to develop a positive self-concept that includes an understanding of their profile as a learner. Understanding their strengths, preferred styles of learning and areas in which they need support are considered important attributes of a successful learner. We strive to build on the students\' natural curiosity for the world around them and provide a well-balanced curriculum framework that incorporates the most recent research on how children learn. We want students from GEMS to be appreciative of their opportunities in becoming lifelong learners. The responsibility we hold you accountable to as a Teacher is to ensure that all aspects of the GEMS global teaching standards are translated into daily classroom practice - and that every day students assigned to you feel they are valued human beings. Strive to be positively memorable. Accountability: A GEMS Teacher is accountable for: \xe2\x80\xa2 the level of achievement for students assigned \xe2\x80\xa2 providing evidence(s) of progress of their students \xe2\x80\xa2 development of GEMS priorities: \xef\x83\xbc Customer Service \xef\x83\xbc Core Values \xef\x83\xbc Personal and Social Responsibilities \xef\x83\xbc External accreditation and essential authorisation Planning & Preparation A GEMS Teacher will: \xe2\x80\xa2 plan collaboratively for student learning \xe2\x80\xa2 plan based on student outcomes as appropriate \xe2\x80\xa2 involve students in planning their inquiry and its assessment \xe2\x80\xa2 plan to build upon students prior knowledge and experience \xe2\x80\xa2 address assessment throughout the planning process \xe2\x80\xa2 plan with an emphasis on the connection between subjects \xe2\x80\xa2 plan with recognition of the variety of learning abilities \xe2\x80\xa2 plan units that explore the similarities and differences between cultures/ places \xe2\x80\xa2 plan units that explore broad human experience from different perspectives \xe2\x80\xa2 plan units that focus directly on major issues e.g., prejudice, equality Teaching & Learning A GEMS Teacher will: \xe2\x80\xa2 use a range and balance of teaching strategies \xe2\x80\xa2 group students for effective different learning situations; differentiate instruction \xe2\x80\xa2 build on what students know \xe2\x80\xa2 use multiple resources to represent multiple perspectives \xe2\x80\xa2 empower students to feel response and to take action \xe2\x80\xa2 involve students actively in their own learning \xe2\x80\xa2 develop open-ended inquiry and real-life investigations \xe2\x80\xa2 ensure up to date knowledge of the curriculum, as necessary \xe2\x80\xa2 advocate and embed the student learner profile in all aspects of GIM life \xe2\x80\xa2 be aware that English may not be the first language of all students \xe2\x80\xa2 address the needs of all students of different levels and types of ability Assessment A GEMS Teacher will: \xe2\x80\xa2 view, plan, teach and assess as an interconnected process \xe2\x80\xa2 use a range and balance of recording and reporting strategies \xe2\x80\xa2 involve students in peer and self-assessment \xe2\x80\xa2 involve students in a shared reflection at the end of each unit \xe2\x80\xa2 evaluate collaboratively \xe2\x80\xa2 enable students to recognise assessment as a means of describing their learning \xe2\x80\xa2 assess student knowledge and experience before embarking on new learning \xe2\x80\xa2 seek student responses to understand their current conceptions Terms of Employment: Salary will be determined by GEMS Malaysia, adhering to an annual school calendar and professional attendance requirement as per contract. Specifics and benefits are defined and agreed within the official (and binding) signed contract. Professional Development & performance management GIM has an annual performance management procedure to ensure high standards of teaching and learning. All Teachers will take an active part in this process to accommodate this valued aspect of monitoring and continued professional development in teaching. The Teacher is expected to improve the learning of students by: \xe2\x80\xa2 negotiating, planning and attaining (with evidence of reflection on) realistic professional goals to raise levels of attainment for all learners \xe2\x80\xa2 maintaining a personal portfolio of professional development impacting on the standards of attainment for learners \xe2\x80\xa2 providing evidence of regular reflection on the success of planning, teaching and assessments developed Other Professional Standards All GEMS Teachers will demonstrate: a) a working knowledge and understanding of: \xef\x83\xbc the key terms and conditions within their contract \xef\x83\xbc teacher responsibilities to ensure that students are healthy and safe on school premises and when leading activities off the school site, such as educational visits, school outings or field trips \xef\x83\xbc appropriate student management with positive adult role model behaviours in doing so \xef\x83\xbc appropriate physical contact with students \xef\x83\xbc appropriate physical restraint of students \xef\x83\xbc sanctions for students on disciplinary grounds \xef\x83\xbc praise and reward systems for students meeting or exceeding standards b) effective working relationships during work in schools with professional colleagues including associate support and service staff c) a positive role model to students they teach, through their punctuality, presentation, and personal/ professional conduct and attire d) In the professional role they have in the wider community and the importance of always acting as an ambassador for GIM and GEMS Malaysia e) a commitment to ensuring that every student is given the opportunity to achieve their potential and meet the high expectations set for him/her f) the need to take responsibilities for their own professional development and to keep up to date with research and development in pedagogy and in the subject they teach g) their professional responsibilities in relation to school policies and practices, including those concerned with student welfare, and personal matters that includes anti-bullying, anti-drugs, and a firm academic integrity standard h) the need to liaise effectively with parents and other caregivers as well as with agencies response for students\xe2\x80\x99 education and welfare i) participation in administrative and organisational tasks related to the professional duties of a Teacher, including the management or supervision of persons providing support for the Teachers in the school and the ordering and allocation of equipment and materials j) the requirement to attend assemblies and events, registering student attendance, and supervising our family of students before, during, and/ or after school sessions to ensure safety and interest within the school. GEMS Teaching and Instructional Support Staff GEMS faculty and staff will model the aims for our learners; being life-long learners, knowledgeable and effective communicators; thinkers, inquirers and risk-takers in learning; principled and open-minded in spirit; healthy and happy in life; reflective, caring and balanced in their outlook. They will: \xef\x83\xbc Model and encourage a culture of compassion, intercultural mindedness, and kindness. \xef\x83\xbc Be role models for GIM students \xef\x83\xbc Familiar and up to date with the philosophy, mission and aims of the school and committed to their implementation and further development \xef\x83\xbc Use appropriate teaching strategies, including a well-informed understanding of how we learn and differentiate, to meet students individual needs \xef\x83\xbc Establish exemplary preparation, planning and assessment \xef\x83\xbc Highly competent and confident media and technology users \xef\x83\xbc Plan and implement strategies that encourage student self-discipline, reinforce appropriate behaviour \xef\x83\xbc Understand effective and meaningful assessment as to promote continuous learning \xef\x83\xbc Motivate students to achieve beyond previous performance levels \xef\x83\xbc Set and maintain consistently high standards appropriate to the individual \xef\x83\xbc Value appropriate classroom humour \xef\x83\xbc Create, maintain and enthuse lifelong learning \xef\x83\xbc Care (and compassion) for all members of the school\xe2\x80\x99s community with particular focus on students; being positively memorable \xef\x83\xbc Nurture and celebrat
Learning isn\xe2\x80\x99t about reciting or memorising information but rather forming opinions, thinking in new ways and approaching fresh subject areas with an open and curious mind. Based on the British international curriculum, our student-centred programmes are made up of equal parts academic knowledge and understanding and creative flexibility. Our curriculum, by design, provides your child with the necessary academic knowledge and qualifications to meet international academic standards while our enrichment and extracurricular activities develop 21st century personal skills and competencies to help them achieve their dreams. We bring together a desirable international education environment, significant investments in leading curriculum and child research, world-class facilities and a community of the most accomplished teachers among international schools \xe2\x80\x93 driven by an inspiring set of core values that place the international student at the center of everything we do.
Bachelor\'s or Equivalent