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Secondary Chemistry Teacher

Westview Cambodian International School is a 7th to 12th grade institution based on best teaching practices. Through a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, we are dedicated to preparing our students to be socially committed leaders and responsible citizens who are successful in a local and global environment. We focus not only on academic excellence, but the essential elements necessary to succeed, including resilience, perseverance, developing a growth mindset, and maintaining an open mind. Core classes are taught in English and are aligned with the American Common Core Standards. The remainder of the day is reserved for Khmer language, culture, history, geography, and civics classes taught in Khmer, to ensure that students are well-versed in their heritage language and culture.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrate an understanding of and love for teenagers and enthusiasm for developing a happy, creative atmosphere for the students
Ensure the teaching quality of his/her classroom meets the high standard of school curriculum
Prepare monthly lesson plan by using school online resources and ensure that the lesson plan of his/her classroom follows the school curriculum
Keep records of student assessment, lesson plans, homework and other documents per school requirements
Assign and correct homework, unit tests, projects, ect.
Evaluate the progress of students and discuss progress results with Students, Parents and School Management team
Lead students to join various academic activities/projects and local and regional competitions
Write report cards and conduct parent teacher meetings two times per year
Ensure and maintain safety, hygiene, and stimulating environment for his/her classroom’s students
Build good relationship and maintain good communication with Parents, Students and Staff
Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special activities when requested
Attend weekly meetings, professional development, Parents-Teacher meetings and school events as requested
Perform other teaching related tasks as requested

Posted: July 2019

This is a Direct to School Job

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	Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Start Date	July 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	High School
Monthly Salary	USD 2500 - 3000
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Visa and work permit reimbursed at the completion of contract
Generous paid holiday during the year (22 days of public holiday + 18 days of personal leave + 6 days of sick leave + 2 weeks school breaks)
Lunch provided at school canteen
Medical allowance provided for the extended contract to 2 years
Round trip airfare reimbursed at the completion of contract and airport pick-up provided
Assistance in finding an accommodation but the housing allowance is already included in the salary

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Work Visa Eligibility	United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), South Africa, Australia, New Zealand
Major	Education/Applied Chemistry

About the School

Learning Jungle International School is a proud provider of quality education and care for children and families in the communities it serves. Guided by our centre policies and procedures that are rigorously implemented, our centres provide the highest Canadian standards of quality education and a learning environment that continually exceed the most stringent requirements of local legislation. Our promise is to create a positive learning environment where children have a sense of belonging and well-being. At Learning Jungle, we recognize that early childhood is an extraordinary time that sets the stage for all the years to follow. We believe: All children are capable, curious and full of potential Children learn best through developmentally appropriate programs Parent engagement is important in a child’s development. A child’s progress should be measurable Our promise is to create a positive learning environment where children have a sense of belonging and well-being. We offer programs that encourage creativity, focus and engagement to support optimal development (social, emotional, language, cognitive and physical). We ensure: Educators engage families regularly to understand and discuss each child’s individual needs Educators plan activities and lesson plans to foster every child’s learning through exploration, play and inquiry Families have opportunities to learn and provide feedback about their child’s progress by accessing online portfolios that showcase lesson plans, pictures and daily reports Educators are provided teacher training, and are supported by our Learning Jungle Expert Group and technology Physical environments are safe, healthy and inviting