Vietnamese Visual Arts Teacher (Igcse, A-Level) for Hoa Lac

TH School Teacher Job Description

Job Summary

TH School is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and qualified International School Teacher to join our diverse educational team. The ideal candidate will bring a global perspective, engage students with innovative teaching strategies, and foster an inclusive, student-centred learning environment. The candidate will also play a pivotal role cultivating curiosity, critical and creative thinking, and cultural awareness among our students, preparing them to thrive in a global society.

Reports to: Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

Planning

● Design and document units of study and pacing guides that are aligned with curricular aims and objectives and learning frameworks.

● Plan engaging and purposeful lessons that are aligned with the curriculum (e.g. units of study, aims and objectives, and pacing guides).

● Incorporate strategies in planning that meets the diverse learning needs of students.

● Identify and use resources and applications to enrich learning.

● Plan collaboratively with team and/or department members.

Instruction

● Use high impact research based instructional strategies (e.g. inquiry, timely and actionable feedback, etc.) to engage students in optimal learning.

● Deliver quality instruction that is purposeful and differentiated in order to meet the diverse learning needs of a multilingual student population

● Uses a variety of technology tools to support instruction, integrating student technology skill development with content learning.

● Provide academic assistance to students as needed, offering guidance in their subject or general study skills.

Assessment

● Design formative and summative assessments to collect evidence of student learning and understanding.

● Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely feedback to students and parents.

● Encourage students to reflect critically on their learning with the aim of continuous improvement.

● Maintain accurate student records and provide regular reports on individual student progress and performance- Effort/Contributions and Achievement.

● Identify and use culturally responsive resources and applications to enrich learning.

Learning Environment

● Creates a learning environment that is attractive, comfortable, safe, and welcoming.

● Uses resources, routines, and procedures to foster a purposeful, engaging student centred learning environment.

● Maintain high expectations for student behaviour and implement effective classroom management strategies.

● Create a safe and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and respected.

Professionalism

● Build positive relationships with students, offering mentorship, pastoral care, and support as they balance academic and personal responsibilities.

● Collaborate with colleagues to share, reflect and improve on classroom practice

● Participate in departmental/grade level meetings, professional learning, and school events.

● Coach a sport and/or lead an after school extra-curricular activity throughout the academic year.

● Supervise academic support (afternoon and/or evening) ensuring a quiet, focused, and productive environment for students (Boarding)

● Comply with the TH School Professional Teaching Standards.

Other

● Performs other duties and responsibilities consistent with those normally associated with the position of a teacher.

Qualifications/Background

● Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree

● 2+ years of experience of full time teaching at a progressive and/or international school community.

● Current international qualification / certification in teaching area.

● Experience with [IB, IPC, Cambridge, or specific curriculum framework] is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies

● Strong understanding of global education trends and best practices.

● Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

● Strong organisational and time-management skills.

● Proficiency in technology integration in the classroom.

Attributes

● Passion for teaching and commitment to lifelong learning.

● Cultural sensitivity and a collaborative spirit.

● Ability to inspire and motivate students from various backgrounds.

● Flexible and comfortable with ambiguity.