Gr4 SocialStudies/Language Arts Teacher
AISC teaches specific programs/approaches and uses particular software. If you take up a position in the elementary school, you will be expected to:
- Implement the Balanced Literacy approach to teaching literacy
- Differentiate in reading using guided reading groups; use our leveled book room to support the different reading levels in your classroom
- Use Ganske’s diagnostic approach to teaching spelling, phonics and word work
- Teach and assess writing using the 6+1 Writing Traits
- Teach math using the Everyday Mathematics Program (University of Chicago)
- Map your curriculum using the Atlas Rubicon web-based program
- Use MAP (Measurement of Academic Progress) testing to guide your teaching
- Assess reading using Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) three times a year
- Take attendance, record grades and write report-cards using an electronic, integrated database
- Write an electronic newsletter home to parents each week outlining the week ahead
- Be technologically literate
- Use formative assessments and qualitative assessments regularly
- Subscribe to the AISC Essential Agreements on Assessment
- Encourage higher order thinking skills – Bloom’s Taxonomy
- Develop a positive home-school connection by being in touch with parents through newsletters, email on a regular basis
Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.
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Location | Nicosia, Cyprus, Europe |
Start Date | August 2019 |
Eligible Candidates | Licensed Teacher |
Student Level | Elementary |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Job Benefits
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Qualifications and Requirements
Required Certificates | Teaching Credential/License |
Education Required | Bachelor |
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Please note, we carefully review all local applications and EU applicants, however, teachers applying for positions must have the following to be considered: Required Qualifications for all Applicants (overseas applicants/local Cypriot/EU nationals)
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