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IGCSE English Teacher - Sree Vidyanikethan Int'l School - India

English teacher job description

English teachers should be well-grounded in classroom management and school procedures. In addition to teaching creative subjects like poetry and fiction writing, they should be prepared to teach grammar rules, spelling and diction, word pronunciation, sentence structure, punctuation, reading and essay writing.

Our English teachers also:

· Prepare coursework and assignments for classes

· Grade tests, essays and reports, and other writing assignments

· Meet with colleagues to coordinate lesson plans and work with specific subjects of expertise

· Hold one-on-one conferences with students to keep them on track as necessary

· Meet with parents or guardians to discuss students’ academic progress, remedial issues and behavior problems when necessary

Who makes good English teachers?

English teachers should have outstanding vocabularies, with a firm grasp of word pronunciation and spelling and the ability to effortlessly break words down phonetically. They are expected to have a strong command of grammar and sentence structure rules, with a systematic and consistent approach to enforcing them. Grammar guidelines often require a repetitious approach, with a teaching style that balances classroom participation against the needs of individual students if they fall behind.

Posted: September 2018

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Location	Tirupati, India
Start Date	September 2018
Contract Length	2 Years
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	High School
Monthly Salary	USD 1500 - 2000
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Joining, leaving and annual home leave flights
Health insurance
Fully furnished apartment
Transportation between home and school

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Additional School Requirements
Comfortable speaking in front of large groups Able to explain complex subjects in simple terms Grounded in a firm understanding of the elements of style Prepared to teach a variety of genres, including expository, persuasive and argumentative writing Knowledgeable about punctuation — from the proper use of semicolons to word hyphenation Able to teach critical thinking skills while advancing students’ verbal and written communication abilities

About the School

Sree Vidyanikethan International School (SVIS) is a day and boarding school committed to excellence in education. It strives to fulfill the unique potential of each student by addressing their social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs in a supportive learning environment that prepares them for life as global citizens in a multicultural world. SVIS offers the CBSE curriculum to students in grades four through twelve. Our vision is to be one of the nationâs premier schools by achieving the highest order of excellence in teaching and learning. Our mission is: â¢ To prepare students for life by fostering scientific temper and values. â¢ To enhance studentsâ self-esteem and ignite their curiosity and imagination. â¢ To realize studentsâ potential through multi-disciplinary curriculum and mould them as wholesome personalities. The campus is spacious with plenty of green areas. The classrooms are equipped with color monitors, LCD Projectors, the latest software and Internet connectivity. The facilities include an air conditioned conference hall, the Dasari Auditorium. The Auditorium accommodates 412 persons and has the latest state-of-the-art audio visual equipment. The campus also includes a Sports and Recreation Center.