Chemistry Teacher

Key Responsibilities:

• Understanding curriculum standards and Principles of Chemistry

• Creating stimulating lesson plans to foster maximum student’s engagement in Chemistry

• Strategizing lessons to create student’s interest in Chemistry with analogies from daily life situations and examples.

• Adjusting teaching practices to support differentiated learning.

• Supervising lab sessions, guiding students on Individual assessments, delivering practical demonstrations.

• Developing experimental and investigative scientific skills including the use of current technologies

• Creating real world connections via transdisciplinary and cross- curricular approach to bring out the nature of science

• Appreciating scientific study and creativity within a global context through stimulating and challenging opportunities

• Guiding students to be critically aware, as global citizens, of the ethical implications of using science and technology

• Developing an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and their influence on other areas of knowledge.

• Creating a critical awareness of the need for, and the value of, effective collaboration and communication during scientific activities

• Developing an ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information

• Taking part in the process of mentoring and supervising of the Extended Essay component of the IB for Chemistry.

• Willing to teach Chemistry across the age and for the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12).

• Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop students' ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Planning activities and worksheets aligned to foster approaches to learning.

• Demonstrates the necessary subject knowledge and methodological strategies to effectively educate students.

• Assists in managing curriculum and study courses for the student’s development.

• Provides students with structure and support in a safe learning environment to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and morally.

• Introduces new study patterns among the students to develop their interest and do regular studies.

• Gives practical analysis of the courses to create interest.

• Develops the lesson plan in accordance with the curriculum guidelines, and presents the lesson plans to the academic coordinators for approval.

• Plans lessons based on inquiry, focussed on conceptual understanding, differentiated to meet the needs of all learners and informed by assessment (formative and summative)

• Reviews the feedback from the academic coordinators and revises the lesson plans accordingly

• Keeps up to date with the latest teaching aids, such as the use of technology in classroom learning, and integrate these into the teaching process

• Creates challenging and engaging learning opportunities for students, and fosters a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for learning

• Develops worksheets, handouts, and other learning materials in line with the lesson plan and curriculum, as well as the assessments and examinations.

• Responsible for the timely marking and correction of assignments completed by the students

Organizational Competence:

• Creates a well-organized, orderly and task-oriented learning environment.

• Assesses students’ progress and reports to the principal about them. Conduct assessment tests to evaluate students’ progress

• Assesses, records and reports on the development, progress and results of students

• Identifies students who may require additional assistance, academic or non-academic, and ensures they receive the necessary support

• Contributes to extra-curricular activities and participates in school activities such as assemblies, meetings and conferences

• Ensures the safety of students at all times

Reflection and Development:

• Reflects regularly on the development of personal and professional capabilities.

• Communicates the development of students to the Coordinator & Principal.

• Focused on effective teamwork and collaboration:

• Collaborates with other teachers to share new ideas, teaching approaches, content and professional knowledge

• Communicates and provides feedback to the parents during the Parent Teacher Meetings, and whenever necessary

Interpersonal Competence:

• Creates an atmosphere of trust by dealing with students in a positive and open way.

• Ensures open communication channel and coordination with parents and others involved in the education and development of the students.

• Enables students understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support their learning and personal development.

Child Protection Responsibilities:

• Ensure the emotional and physical safety of students under care.

• Maintain awareness of safeguarding and child protection protocols.

• Promptly report concerns related to student safety, welfare, or well-being to the appropriate authorities within the school.

• Maintain confidentiality while acting in the best interests of the child at all times.

Job Requirements

• Graduate & preferred bachelor's in education (Specialisation in Chemistry )

• Preferred Masters in Chemistry with International Teaching Qualification / Certificate that qualifies for accreditation according to IB educational system.

• Computer literacy, is required to work on software.

• Fluent English Level: reading, writing, speaking; a professional command of the English language.

• Strong technology application skills.

• Ability to support Blended cum Hybrid Learning.

• Competent in applying the principles of Digital Pedagogy.

• 3+ years of Teaching experience
• Experience teaching the IB and/or IGCSE curricula will be an advantage