Elementary / Middle School Teacher
Design and implement teaching plans using IPC and IMYC curricula to foster intellectual and social development in elementary and middle school students.
We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable teachers to foster and facilitate the intellectual and social development of the children. Teaching at Hope includes planning, implementing and assessing lessons. You will need to teach children with patience and creativity. Teacher duties include designing a teaching plan and using activities and effective instructional methods to motivate children in the life-long learning process.
Responsibilities
- Design and follow a complete teaching plan
- Organize learning material and resources
- Use a variety of activities and instructional methods to motivate and stimulate children’s abilities
- Maintain an open line of communication with parents and provide appropriate information
- Assess students performance and progress to ensure they are mastering the skills on regular basis
- Nurture collaboration and international mindedness
- Cooperate with administration staff
- Follow and comply with teaching standards and safety regulations
Requirements
Qualification and Requirement
- BA in Education (or other related degree)
- Teaching qualifications
- Proficient in English
- Experience in International Curriculums would be advantageous
- Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
- Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
- A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
- Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
- Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, age and ethnic background
- A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
- References, Medical check, Criminal background check
Requirements
- Proven working experience as a teacher or teacher assistant
- Excellent knowledge of child development and latest education theories and practices
- Creative and artistic teaching abilities
- Teaching and organisation skills
- Patience and flexibility
- Strong communication skills
- Keep abreast with the latest trends and best practices
- BSc degree in education or relevant license/certificate
Benefits
- Our regionally competitive Hope Employment Package
- Housing allowance
- Free tuition for employees' children should they attend Hope
- National medical insurance
- Relocation allowance (for those relocating internally or externally from the island the amount will vary)
- Opportunity to work within a team of supportive, international and creative colleagues
- Professional development and guidance opportunities
Additional Info
Safeguarding/Child Protection Notice
At Hope we take the safeguarding/child protection of our learners seriously. Therefore, if you are found to have been convicted of any disqualifying factors from working with vulnerable people such as children you will not be permitted to work at our school. Please note that if information comes to light at a later date that proves you are disqualified from working with children your contract will be terminated immediately.
Location
Ginowan, Okinawa
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