Secondary Humanities Teacher

Overall Description:

• To plan, organise and implement an appropriate instructional programme in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential;
• To fulfill professional responsibilities assigned by the Leadership Team headed by the Principal and Heads in a timely and professional manner.  

Major Responsibilities:

• Planning, Teaching, Assessment and Reporting
• Develop and implement curriculum documentation and lesson planning according to school policy
• Plan and use variety of teaching strategies to support the engagement of all learners in class
• Be aware of the EAL/SEN learning needs and provides learning opportunities for diverse learners
• Respect the values, gender and cultural differences of students and creates a classroom culture that develops student intellectual capacity, emotional and personal development
• Develop teacher grade books, including assignments and correct students’ homework in an organized, professional manner and make sure accurate records of each student are kept
• Develop school mid/end-semester assessment following school curriculum and policies  
• Conduct tests or exams, marking and reporting in a timely and professional manner
• Use variety of assessment methods addressing individualized students’ learning needs; keep complete and updated academic records e.g. progress records on a weekly basis and progress reports every semester
• Develop special activities or programs to meet individualized/differentiated student needs
• Organize and prepare learning materials or teaching aids at a professional level

Other responsibilities

• Supervise students when they are involved in school activities within and outside the school premises
• Perform invigilation duties at a professional level
• Perform classroom, hallway and/or playground supervision duties in a timely and professional manner
• Participate in school committees and activities
• Provide after-school extracurricular activities (ASA) and participate school out-reach programs as expected
• Manage, coordinate and develop class programs based on the school curriculum
• Participate and/or organize school calendared events and activities e.g. English/Math/Science/Humanity Week, Charity Sale etc.
• Attend and/or organize school character development programs and assemblies
•  Participate in school professional development programs
• Attend required staff meetings
• Develop and prepare teaching and learning resources
• Compile, supplement and assist in ordering resources when necessary
• Be familiar with the school curriculum and educational philosophy
• Keep abreast of current educational theories and practice
• File up-to-date copies of required curriculum documentation and planning, attendance and grade records as required on a regular basis
• Ensure the equipment used is maintained in a safe working order and report to administration when necessary
• Keep parents informed with students’ behavioral and academic progress on a regular basis
• Communicate on a regular basis and work cooperatively with parents supporting students’ holistic development
• Prepare and present in school parent events e.g. Parent Night, Parent-Teacher Conferences etc.
• Be a sensible and positive member of the team
• Work cooperatively with colleagues and parents to provide a caring and supportive school environment
• Other duties as assigned

Homeroom teacher responsibilities

General duties

• Get to know each student in the homeroom.
• Be available, approachable and caring about students’ holistic development
• Implement Character Development program of the school and develop students’ good character qualities
• Monitor behavior, advise and encourage observance of school policies and regulations
• Develop a sense of community in the Homeroom
• Be knowledgeable of in-curricular and extracurricular programs of the school and give students advice accordingly
• Assist School Office or other school divisions handling school newsletters, notices, surveys, parent letters etc.
• Assist Parent Liaison staff working with parents to build a positive and supportive school environment
• Work with the school administration to deal with students’ emotional or behavior problems

Special duties

Records

• Keep accurate records of school attendance
• Take notice of each student’s personal and social skill development and behavioral performance
• Complete the Homeroom section in the Progress Report Card in a timely and professional manner with regards to students’ attendance, behavior and social skills, school activities etc.
• Work with Office or administration to make sure the accuracy and filing of all records into the required program(s)

Report

• Report student absence
• Report to the Head any student with a pattern of late arrival, emotional or behavior problems

Communicate

• Bring to notice Bulletin matters during each homeroom period
• Deliver notices, memos, letters, timetables etc. from school to student
• Advise students on organization of work/time management, study methods/strategies and whole-person development
• Mentor students on social skill development, team spirit and how to deal with conflicts
• Provide feedback to the administration with related to students
• Dialogue with parents, counselors or other teachers when there is a concern
• Communicate with School Office with regards to students’ leaves or absences
• Collaborate with class team and communicate to parents students’ academic and behavioral performance on a weekly basis

Develop community

• Plan team-building activities, assist in section or school events
• Cooperate with School Office, Student Council or other school divisions on events, elections, and plans
• Celebrate successes, birthdays and friendships in the classroom

Support and care

• Set a tone of respect, kindness and openness with the students
• Be available, with set times for sharing one-on-one
• Dialogue with the homeroom group on matters that interest them or they have concerns

Monitor

• Check attendance, and encourage respect at the class meetings or assemblies
• Monitor language, dress and behavior code and observance of school or class rules

Character development

• Plan and facilitate lessons related to the Character Development program
• Enforce the character trait of the month as stated in the school calendar
• Work with other teachers to organize character-development activities
• Encourage and mentor whole-person development

Meetings

• Participate in Homeroom teacher meetings biweekly or monthly and when needed
• Participate in grade-level or administration meetings discussing students’ progress, emotional or behavior problems when needed