Teacher of Religious Education

We are seeking applications for the position to start in July 2023.

Primary Responsibility:

To provide students with a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable learning experience both in and beyond the classroom, and to offer them the encouragement they need to thrive at SJI International.

Specific Responsibilities:

Teaching and learning

• Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethos of our school

• Work with other members of the Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following: curriculum planning and delivery; formative and summative assessment through classwork, homework and formal examination; standardisation and moderation of the examinations process

• Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work

• Teach across the age and ability ranges from Foundation IGCSE (Grades 7&8) to IGCSE (Grades 9 & 10)

• Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom

• Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN/ESL in line with school and faculty policy

• Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom

• Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and faculty policy

• Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently

• Take part in the process and marking of the Extended Essay component of the IB Diploma if a suitable topic arises

Recording and assessment

• Set clear targets for raising achievement

• Collect and record assessment data (enter on SIMS where required)

• Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress

• Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students

• Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication via email and the student diary/planner